CITROEN SPACETOURER (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,642 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
87%
Total Tests (2024)
1,642
Avg Mileage
60,246 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,550
Is the 2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 6 years old, 87% of CITROEN SPACETOURERs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,642 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 60,246 miles.
How does the 2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER has 60,246 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a CITROEN SPACETOURER?
The most reliable year is the 2016 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 84%. The 2018 sits between the two at 87%.
How much does a 2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
CITROEN SPACETOURER by Year
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About the 2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER
The 2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 1,642 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 60,246 miles at 6 years old, CITROEN SPACETOURER owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER Fuel Costs
The modest 1200cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,550 (£129/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 87% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
CITROEN SPACETOURER Reliability Trend
The CITROEN SPACETOURER has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER
At 6 years old, the CITROEN SPACETOURER offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2016 model has the highest pass rate at 91%.
Alternatives to the 2018 CITROEN SPACETOURER
The CITROEN SPACETOURER is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2016) 81% pass rate (-6%) from 205,128 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2016) 81% pass rate (-6%) from 133,045 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2016) 87% pass rate (same) from 109,880 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-1%) from 100,176 tests