Citroen C-zero
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 5 years from 270 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
88%
Total Tests
270
Best Year
2016 (97%)
Years Covered
5
About the Citroen C-zero
The Citroen C-zero has been tested 270 times in 2026 MOT data across 5 model years (2011 to 2016), with an average pass rate of 88%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as electric.
Best and Worst Years
The 2016 model is the most reliable with a 97% pass rate from 35 tests. The 2012 model has the lowest at 80%. With a 17 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2011) averages 46,271 miles, while the newest (2016) averages 21,238 miles.
Compared to the Citroen brand average of 79%, the C-zero performs 9 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Citroen range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Citroen C-zero by Year
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