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DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S (2020)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 164 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

164

Avg Mileage

39,499 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,350

Is the 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%.

At 4 years old, 90% of DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/Ss from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 164 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 39,499 miles.

How does the 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S compare?

Rank among all 2020 cars1870th out of 2,596(top 72%)
Rank among all DS models23th out of 53(top 43%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average-2% (92% avg)
vs DS average+2% (88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S has 39,499 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-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 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2018 model has the lowest at 86%. The 2020 sits between the two at 90%.

How much does a 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1499cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,350
Per month£113/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202196%7327,478 mi
202090%16439,499 mi
201989%16751,477 mi
201886%43050,661 mi

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About the 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S

The 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S is a small family car with a 1499cc diesel engine. 164 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 39,499 miles at 4 years old, DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S Fuel Costs

The 1499cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,350 (£113/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S Reliability Trend

Newer DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/Ss show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S

At 4 years old, the DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S 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 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 96%.

Alternatives to the 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN B-HDI S/S

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: