Citroen 2cv vs Citroen Xsara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Citroen 2cv
71%
MOT pass rate · 7,862 vehicles
More reliable
Citroen Xsara
69%
MOT pass rate · 355,587 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Citroen 2cv is the more reliable of the two — 71% pass first time versus 69%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Citroen 2cv | Citroen Xsara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 71% ✓ | 69% |
| MOT failure rate | 29% ✓ | 31% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 2.2 | 1.9 ✓ |
| Dangerous-fault share | 1% | 1% |
| Average mileage | 70,265 mi | 119,683 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 7,862 | 355,587 |
Most common faults
Citroen 2cv
- Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Citroen Xsara
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate, the Citroen 2cv is the more reliable of the two — 71% pass first time versus 69%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
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Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.