CITROEN C8 (2007)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 472 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
62%
Total Tests (2024)
472
Avg Mileage
121,302 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2007 CITROEN C8 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 20 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 17 years old, 62% of CITROEN C8s from 2007 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 472 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 121,302 miles.
How does the 2007 CITROEN C8 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2007 CITROEN C8 has 121,302 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 125,800 miles for a 17-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a CITROEN C8?
The most reliable year is the 2010 model with a 72% MOT pass rate, while the 2007 model has the lowest at 62%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.
How much does a 2007 CITROEN C8 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
CITROEN C8 by Year
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About the 2007 CITROEN C8
The 2007 CITROEN C8 is a family car with a 1997cc petrol engine. 472 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2007 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 121,302 miles at 17 years old, CITROEN C8 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2007 CITROEN C8 Fuel Costs
The 1997cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2007 CITROEN C8?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 62% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
CITROEN C8 Reliability Trend
The CITROEN C8 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2007 CITROEN C8
At 17 years old, the CITROEN C8 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.
Alternatives to the 2007 CITROEN C8
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA (2007) 68% pass rate (+6%) from 22,972 tests
- SUZUKI LIANA (2007) 72% pass rate (+10%) from 365 tests
- MITSUBISHI GRANDIS (2008) 68% pass rate (+6%) from 235 tests