Citroen C8
From 1,775 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, caused 136 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 136 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 127 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 127 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 106 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 97 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 86 |
| parking brake inoperative on one side | 83 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 79 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 68 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 65 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 39.4% of C8 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 26.1% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £150.
Citroen C8 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 279 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 279. At this rate, roughly 5.7 years until none remain. Now at 14.9% of its peak (10,691 in 2009 Q3).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 619 | 972 | +0 | -55 | -55 |
| 2025 Q2 | 666 | 980 | +0 | -47 | -47 |
| 2025 Q1 | 705 | 988 | +0 | -83 | -83 |
| 2024 Q4 | 785 | 991 | +0 | -94 | -94 |
| 2024 Q3 | 847 | 1,023 | +0 | -64 | -64 |
| 2024 Q2 | 897 | 1,037 | +0 | -78 | -78 |
| 2024 Q1 | 965 | 1,047 | +0 | -75 | -75 |
| 2023 Q4 | 1,041 | 1,046 | +0 | -88 | -88 |
4 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| C8 Sx Hdi 120 | Diesel | 137 | 39% |
| C8 Sx Hdi 16V | Petrol | 77 | 22% |
| C8 Sx Hdi 136 | Diesel | 75 | 21% |
| C8 Exclusive Hdi 136 | Diesel | 65 | 18% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 65.4% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2008 | 62% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2007 | 58% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2006 | 63.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
2 earlier years
| 2005 | 56.6% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2004 | 62% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
Typical mileage
Half of all C8s tested had between 79,331 and 133,209 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 107,321 median miles, the C8 has 0.036 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Citroen models
| Citroen C3 | 71.4% |
| Citroen Berlingo | 67.9% |
| Citroen C4 | 68.9% |
| Citroen C1 | 74.9% |
| Citroen Ds3 | 66.5% |
Common questions
What is the Citroen C8 MOT pass rate?
The Citroen C8 has a 61.4% MOT pass rate based on 1,775 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Citroen C8?
The most common MOT failure on the Citroen C8 is the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, which caused 136 failures. Other common issues include parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
How many Citroen C8s are on UK roads?
There are 619 Citroen C8s currently licensed on UK roads, with 972 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Citroen C8 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Citroen C8 is 107,321 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 79,331 and 133,209 miles.
Buying a used C8?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 61.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £150 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 39.4% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.