Citroen H series vs Citroen Xsara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Citroen H series
55%
MOT pass rate · 3 vehicles
Citroen Xsara
69%
MOT pass rate · 355,587 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Citroen H series (55%) and Citroen Xsara (69%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Citroen H series | Citroen Xsara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 55% | 69% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 45% | 31% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 5.4 | 1.9 ✓ |
| Dangerous-fault share | 1% | 1% |
| Average mileage | 70,342 mi | 119,683 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 3 | 355,587 |
Most common faults
Citroen H series
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
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 H series (55%) and Citroen Xsara (69%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
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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.