2022 Citroen E-C4 Shine + — MOT failures & pass rate
2,931 MOT tests on the 2022 Citroen E-C4 Shine + are in this dataset, and 88.2% of them passed. That is 3.7 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 8.1%. Failures cluster in visibility, tyres and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — visibility (4.9%) and tyres (4.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, washers and linkage ball joints — wipers alone was recorded 87 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 E-C4 Shine + fails 10.4% of the time in the 0-30k band and 8.3% at 60-90k, a spread of only 2.1 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 24.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.9% | 143 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.7% | 139 |
| 3 | Suspension | 4.0% | 118 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.0% | 58 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 43 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 87 |
| 2 | Washers | 78 |
| 3 | Linkage ball joints | 40 |
| 4 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 40 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 38 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 36 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.8% | 727 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.2% | 356 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.5% | 191 |
| 4 | Suspension | 6.0% | 175 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 66 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 8 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 2,145 | 10.4% |
| 30-60k | 747 | 15.8% |
| 60-90k | 36 | 8.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 113 | 13.3% |
| 2025 | 2,811 | 11.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 E-C4 Shine +
On a 2022 E-C4 Shine +, visibility is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Visibility (4.9% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (4.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (4.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Citroen E-C4 Shine +s pass their MOT?
88.2% of the 2,931 2022 Citroen E-C4 Shine + MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Citroen E-C4 Shine +?
Visibility, recorded in 4.9% of tests, followed by tyres (4.7%).
Does the 2022 E-C4 Shine + get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.4% in the 0-30k band to 8.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,931 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.