DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 199 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
86%
Total Tests (2024)
199
Avg Mileage
37,947 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,500
Is the 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.
At 4 years old, 86% of DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS As from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 199 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 37,947 miles.
How does the 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A has 37,947 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 BHDI SS A?
The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 89% MOT pass rate, while the 2018 model has the lowest at 82%. The 2020 sits between the two at 86%.
How much does a 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A 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.
DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A by Year
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About the 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A
The 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A is a small family car with a 1499cc diesel engine. 199 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 37,947 miles at 4 years old, DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A 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 BHDI SS A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,500 (£125/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A Reliability Trend
Newer DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS As 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 BHDI SS A
At 4 years old, the DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A 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 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 89%.
Alternatives to the 2020 DS DS7 C-BACK PFRMNC LN BHDI SS A
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2018) 92% pass rate (+6%) from 111,972 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (+3%) from 93,803 tests
- MERCEDES A (2019) 91% pass rate (+5%) from 89,588 tests
- MERCEDES A-CLASS (2018) 89% pass rate (+3%) from 81,134 tests