Citroen XM

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 9 model years from 371 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

72%

Total Tests

371

Model Years

1990 to 2000

Years Covered

About the Citroen XM

The Citroen XM was MOT tested 371 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 9 model years (1990 to 2000), with an average pass rate of 72%. That's 10 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 petrol and diesel versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 111,619 miles, while the newest (2000) averages 116,985 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Citroen brand average of 79%, the XM is 7 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Citroen models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2946cc)

£1,958

Road Tax

£375

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£500

Total per year£2,888

Per month£241/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 2000 details

How reliable is the Citroen XM?

vs average of all models-10% (82% avg)

vs Citroen brand average-7% (79% avg)

Citroen XM by Year

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

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2000	78%	32	116,985 mi
1999	68%	34	113,056 mi
1998	60%	42	133,377 mi
1997	62%	42	123,643 mi
1996	69%	52	138,465 mi
1995	71%	55	138,368 mi
1994	79%	47	111,903 mi
1992	75%	36	121,047 mi
1990	87%	31	111,619 mi

Questions about the Citroen XM

Is the Citroen XM reliable?

Across its 9 model years in our data (1990 to 2000), the Citroen XM averages a 72% MOT pass rate, from 371 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 10 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.