Peugeot Citystar Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Peugeot Citystar reliable? We analysed 598 real MOT tests across 126 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot Citystar is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot Citystar.
Peugeot Citystar Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot Citystar. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot Citystar MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot Citystar to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot Citystar Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot Citystar fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot Citystar Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Peugeot Citystar models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Peugeot Citystar Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot Citystar owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot Citystar MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot Citystar year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 59 | 76.3% | 4,935 | 6,865 | 11,398 |
| 2017 | 62 | 90.3% | 4,832 | 8,310 | 10,488 |
| 2016 | 170 | 84.7% | 5,226 | 8,156 | 12,728 |
| 2015 | 104 | 76.9% | 9,506 | 13,248 | 17,926 |
| 2013 | 65 | 78.5% | 7,160 | 15,425 | 25,473 |
| 2012 | 50 | 82.0% | 5,621 | 9,634 | 12,744 |
How Long Does a Peugeot Citystar Last?
Based on 126 Peugeot Citystar vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot Citystar Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot Citystar 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 Peugeot Citystar
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.3% MOT pass rate from 62 tests
76.3% MOT pass rate from 59 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot Citystar is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.3% across 62 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot Citystar Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot Citystar THIS CAR | 81.9% | 598 | 9,276 mi | 14 yrs |
| Peugeot 206 | 67.7% | 9,831,622 | 65,066 mi | 28 yrs |
| Peugeot 307 | 67.5% | 5,095,133 | 73,548 mi | 25 yrs |
| Peugeot 207 | 70.9% | 4,554,199 | 59,259 mi | 20 yrs |
| BMW F 850 Gs Te | 94.6% | 498 | 7,554 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot Citystar outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Peugeot Citystar has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.9% across 598 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam with 7 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Peugeot Citystar with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Peugeot Citystar owner drives around 1,205 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 Peugeot Citystar models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. 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.