Citroen C8
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 8 years from 1,860 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests
1,860
Best Year
2010 (72%)
Years Covered
8
About the Citroen C8
The Citroen C8 has been tested 1,860 times in 2026 MOT data across 8 model years (2003 to 2010), with an average pass rate of 67%. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as LP and petrol and diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 2010 model is the most reliable with a 72% pass rate from 64 tests. The 2007 model has the lowest at 62%. The 10 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Reliability Trend
The CITROEN C8 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2003) averages 107,666 miles, while the newest (2010) averages 109,145 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Citroen brand average of 79%, the C8 is 12 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, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Citroen C8 by Year
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