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Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V reliable? We analysed 198 real MOT tests across 105 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 198 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
71.7%
Typical Mileage
131,473mi
Annual Mileage
6,440mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V.

Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,031 mi/yr
Typical
6,440 mi/yr
Average
7,758 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,924 mi/yr

Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
131,473 mi
75th Percentile
150,937 mi
95th Percentile
191,485 mi
Max Recorded
264,223 mi

How Does the Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V THIS CAR 71.7% 198 131,473 mi — 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
Jawa Economy 94.2% 225 72 mi 35 yrs

Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V?

The Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.7% across 198 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V owner drives around 6,440 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.

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.

Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V reliable?
Based on 198 MOT tests, the Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V has a 71.7% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V do per year?
The typical Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V does around 6,440 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Citroen C8 SX HDI 16V?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.