Citroen Synergie

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 5 model years from 303 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

65%

Total Tests

303

Model Years

1998 to 2002

Years Covered

About the Citroen Synergie

The Citroen Synergie was MOT tested 303 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 5 model years (1998 to 2002), with an average pass rate of 65%. That's 17 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1998) averages 170,244 miles, while the newest (2002) averages 139,819 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Citroen brand average of 79%, the Synergie is 14 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Citroen models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 1997cc)

£1,397

Road Tax

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£700

Total per year£2,427

Per month£202/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2002 details

How reliable is the Citroen Synergie?

vs average of all models-17% (82% avg)

vs Citroen brand average-14% (79% avg)

Citroen Synergie by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2002	65%	37	139,819 mi
2001	61%	105	150,082 mi
2000	64%	50	166,553 mi
1999	70%	46	135,262 mi
1998	66%	65	170,244 mi

Questions about the Citroen Synergie

Is the Citroen Synergie reliable?

Across its 5 model years in our data (1998 to 2002), the Citroen Synergie averages a 65% MOT pass rate, from 303 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 17 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.