Citroen C-crosser Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Citroen C-crosser reliable? We analysed 49,278 real MOT tests across 3,053 vehicles to find out.
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The Citroen C-crosser is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen C-crosser.
Citroen C-crosser Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Citroen C-crosser. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Citroen C-crosser MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Citroen C-crosser to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Citroen C-crosser Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Citroen C-crosser fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Citroen C-crosser Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen C-crosser models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Citroen C-crosser Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Citroen C-crosser owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Citroen C-crosser MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen C-crosser year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 216 | 81.5% | 46,990 | 71,498 | 95,606 |
| 2011 | 571 | 77.9% | 53,105 | 79,539 | 109,210 |
| 2010 | 9,122 | 77.6% | 54,906 | 83,015 | 111,662 |
| 2009 | 12,821 | 74.7% | 58,401 | 87,954 | 118,106 |
| 2008 | 18,590 | 74.5% | 57,910 | 87,320 | 117,988 |
| 2007 | 7,850 | 73.4% | 60,679 | 92,048 | 121,753 |
How Long Does a Citroen C-crosser Last?
Based on 3,053 Citroen C-crosser vehicles on UK roads.
Citroen C-crosser Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Citroen C-crosser MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen C-crosser
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.5% MOT pass rate from 216 tests
73.4% MOT pass rate from 7,850 tests
The best year to buy a used Citroen C-crosser is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.5% across 216 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Citroen C-crosser Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen C-crosser THIS CAR | 75.0% | 49,278 | 87,171 mi | 19 yrs |
| Citroen Xsara | 69.1% | 5,047,330 | 77,497 mi | 28 yrs |
| Citroen Berlingo | 70.1% | 4,453,235 | 83,738 mi | 29 yrs |
| Citroen C3 | 72.7% | 4,435,918 | 53,913 mi | 24 yrs |
| Aprilia Rsv | 86.8% | 87,683 | 13,065 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen C-crosser outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Citroen C-crosser has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.0% across 49,278 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Citroen C-crosser are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (792 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (713), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (688). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Citroen C-crosser with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Citroen C-crosser owner drives around 7,829 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Citroen C-crosser models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.