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Citroen C-Crosser reliability by build year

Coverage 2007-20121 named generationSUVDIESEL

We've only got 711 MOT tests for Citroen C-Crosser models built around 2009 (16 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

At a glance

Citroen C-Crosser built around 2009: about average at the MOT

Citroen C-Crosser models built around 2009 fail their MOT a little more often than similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

34% of MOT tests on Citroen C-Crosser models built around 2009 ended in a fail (retests included), against 30% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Citroen C-Crosser models built around 2009 involves the suspension.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Citroen C-Crosser's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Leaks

Worth checking

Inspect the leaks carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Fail rates have been steady over the last three years. Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your C-Crosser's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

C-Crosser Series 1

Series 1 (2007-2012)

Not enough tests to rate
DIESEL

30.9% fail rate, built around 2011 (14 years old)

Likely between 25.9% and 36.3%

Fails about as often as the average car this age (about 3 in 10 MOTs, 29%)

From 301 MOT tests at this ageView details →

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Citroen C-Crosser.

See every build year for the Citroen C-Crosser

By age

Citroen C-Crosser fail rate by age

This chart combines every Citroen C-Crosser ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
30130.9%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
49131.2%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
71133.8%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
43234.0%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
6735.8%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 18 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 16-year-old Citroen C-Crosser models

These issues come from 16-year-old Citroen C-Crosser models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    34.0%
    Advisory: 313Fail: 89 (22% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    29.1%
    Advisory: 340Fail: 31 (8% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Suspension part corroded, but not seriously weakened

    29.0%
    Advisory: 400Fail: 15 (4% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    27.7%
    Advisory: 270Fail: 22 (8% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    23.8%
    Advisory: 178Fail: 2 (1% of the times it was found)

Based on 711 MOT tests on 16-year-old Citroen C-Crosser models, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 16-year-old Citroen C-Crosser models notes problems with more than one part of the car.

Issues that often appear together on this model

All generations of this modelEnough data
  1. Brakes + Suspension50%
  2. Body & structure + Suspension40%
  3. Lighting + Suspension39%
  4. Suspension + Tyres36%

Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.

Across 526 MOT tests on Citroen C-Crosser cars built around 2009 (16 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Citroen C-Crosser.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

11 recalls in all

All 11 Citroen C-Crosser recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 11 recalls

Top concerns

  • Ancillaries belt tensioner mounting may not be correct to specification
  • Adhesive used to fix sunroof glass assembly to outer frame may not be to correct specification
  • Brake light may not illuminate

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Like-for-like

Other SUVs to compare

Other SUVs to compare

  1. 1

    BMW X5

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    22.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8%
    Dangerous
    6.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    86.6%

    Lower fail rate: 22.9%, against 33.8% for the Citroen C-Crosser, both built around 2009.

    12 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    3,998 MOT tests on cars built around 2009

  2. 2

    BMW X3

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.5%
    Dangerous
    5.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    93.6%

    Lower fail rate: 25.0%, against 33.8% for the Citroen C-Crosser, both built around 2009.

    10 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    1,538 MOT tests on cars built around 2009

  3. 3

    Audi Q7

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    22.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8.4%
    Dangerous
    7.1%
    Still registered at 10 years
    90.6%

    Lower fail rate: 22.9%, against 33.8% for the Citroen C-Crosser, both built around 2009.

    1,712 MOT tests on cars built around 2009

  4. 4

    Mercedes-Benz ML

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8.4%
    Dangerous
    5.8%
    Still registered at 10 years
    88.1%

    Lower fail rate: 25.0%, against 33.8% for the Citroen C-Crosser, both built around 2009.

    2,121 MOT tests on cars built around 2009

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2009 (16 years old), the Citroen C-Crosser across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 711 16-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Citroen C-Crosser ever sold: 2,002 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2009 (16 years old): 711 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.