Citroen C25 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Citroen C25 car check
Is the Citroen C25 reliable? We analysed 11,077 real MOT tests across 1,112 vehicles to find out.
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The Citroen C25 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen C25.
Citroen C25 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Citroen C25. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Citroen C25 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Citroen C25 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Citroen C25 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Citroen C25 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Citroen C25 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Citroen C25 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Citroen C25 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen C25 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 52 | 65.4% | 40,926 | 63,858 | 82,762 |
| 2009 | 56 | 71.4% | 76,892 | 127,572 | 182,250 |
| 2008 | 123 | 74.8% | 60,944 | 88,223 | 129,192 |
| 2007 | 151 | 70.9% | 66,442 | 94,790 | 121,916 |
| 2004 | 89 | 66.3% | 60,974 | 104,431 | 131,356 |
| 2003 | 171 | 68.4% | 81,334 | 106,640 | 150,982 |
| 2002 | 149 | 64.4% | 58,941 | 98,461 | 142,473 |
| 2001 | 62 | 64.5% | 74,668 | 91,112 | 106,436 |
| 2000 | 146 | 64.4% | 62,700 | 84,342 | 101,380 |
| 1999 | 77 | 67.5% | 87,055 | 100,493 | 120,931 |
| 1998 | 71 | 53.5% | 75,165 | 114,570 | 127,014 |
| 1994 | 599 | 61.1% | 79,263 | 115,006 | 151,960 |
| 1993 | 1,127 | 64.8% | 78,929 | 104,620 | 134,686 |
| 1992 | 1,172 | 64.0% | 73,102 | 99,467 | 144,623 |
| 1991 | 1,526 | 62.7% | 67,754 | 96,821 | 139,167 |
| 1990 | 2,143 | 64.1% | 69,986 | 92,703 | 133,506 |
| 1989 | 2,303 | 63.1% | 66,594 | 85,036 | 110,694 |
| 1988 | 795 | 63.1% | 65,039 | 88,670 | 126,231 |
How Long Does a Citroen C25 Last?
Based on 1,112 Citroen C25 vehicles on UK roads.
Citroen C25 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Citroen C25 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 C25
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.8% MOT pass rate from 123 tests
53.5% MOT pass rate from 71 tests
The best year to buy a used Citroen C25 is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.8% across 123 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 53.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Citroen C25 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen C25 THIS CAR | 63.8% | 11,077 | 94,142 mi | 38 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 |
| Zontes Zt | 70.2% | 3,555 | 8,930 mi | 14 yrs |
Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen C25 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Citroen C25Should you buy a used Citroen C25?
The Citroen C25 has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.8% across 11,077 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Citroen C25 are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (875 recorded failures), suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (682), and brake pipe excessively corroded (594). 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.
A typical Citroen C25 owner drives around 1,586 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 C25 models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.