Citroen C-Crosser
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 6 model years from 3,512 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
71%
Total Tests
3,512
Highest Pass Rate
2009 (73%)
Years Covered
6
About the Citroen C-Crosser
The Citroen C-Crosser was MOT tested 3,512 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 6 model years (2007 to 2012), with an average pass rate of 71%. That's 11 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel versions.
Best and Worst Years
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2009 model has the highest pass rate at 73% from 973 tests. The 2007 model has the lowest at 71%. With just a 2 point gap, pass rates are similar across these years. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger.
Reliability Trend
The Citroen C-Crosser has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage point.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2007) averages 132,379 miles, while the newest (2012) averages 100,847 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Citroen brand average of 79%, the C-Crosser is 8 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Citroen models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Citroen C-Crosser by Year
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Questions about the Citroen C-Crosser
Is the Citroen C-Crosser reliable?
Across its 6 model years in our data (2007 to 2012), the Citroen C-Crosser averages a 71% MOT pass rate, from 3,512 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data. The 2009 model has the highest pass rate of the years with at least 100 tests, at 73%.
Which year Citroen C-Crosser has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2009 Citroen C-Crosser has the highest MOT pass rate at 73%, while the 2007 model has the lowest at 71%, a 2 point gap. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.
Are newer Citroen C-Crossers more reliable?
The Citroen C-Crosser has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage point.
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