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CITROEN C4 (2008)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 15,127 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

67%

Total Tests (2024)

15,127

Avg Mileage

108,072 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,927

Is the 2008 CITROEN C4 reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the CITROEN brand average of 79%.

At 16 years old, 67% of CITROEN C4s from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 15,127 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 108,072 miles.

How does the 2008 CITROEN C4 compare?

Rank among all 2008 cars528th out of 589(top 90%)
Rank among all CITROEN models522th out of 599(top 87%)
vs national average-15% (82% avg)
vs 2008 cars average-6% (73% avg)
vs CITROEN average-12% (79% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2008 CITROEN C4 has 108,072 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a CITROEN C4?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 90% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 62%. The 2008 sits between the two at 67%.

How much does a 2008 CITROEN C4 cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1997cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,927
Per month£161/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

CITROEN C4 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202190%41620,749 mi
202088%25227,130 mi
201986%7,94640,283 mi
201885%4,45950,626 mi
201784%1,60677,091 mi
201679%30,58770,374 mi
201577%49,48077,210 mi
201474%38,70985,376 mi
201373%22,64989,088 mi
201273%15,58796,404 mi
201172%13,467102,574 mi
201070%12,669106,070 mi
200969%10,408105,085 mi
200867%15,127108,072 mi
200769%11,300106,424 mi
200669%3,63494,973 mi
200572%1,80498,899 mi
200462%69103,511 mi

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About the 2008 CITROEN C4

The 2008 CITROEN C4 is a family car with a 1997cc diesel engine. 15,127 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 90% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 108,072 miles at 16 years old, CITROEN C4 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2008 CITROEN C4 Fuel Costs

The 1997cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2008 CITROEN C4?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,927 (£161/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

CITROEN C4 Reliability Trend

Newer CITROEN C4s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 13 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2008 CITROEN C4

At 16 years old, the CITROEN C4 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 90%. With 15,127 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2008 CITROEN C4

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: