2000 Citroen Synergie — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 277 MOT tests analysed for the 2000 Citroen Synergie, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, body, structure & corrosion and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 67.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (75.1%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 19.5% | 54 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.0% | 47 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 38 |
| 4 | Brakes | 10.1% | 28 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.8% | 16 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.7% | 13 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 82 |
| 2 | Chassis condition | 21 |
| 3 | Joints | 18 |
| 4 | Wipers | 15 |
| 5 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 13 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 13 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 39.0% | 108 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.8% | 88 |
| 3 | Tyres | 28.5% | 79 |
| 4 | Other defects | 21.7% | 60 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.8% | 52 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 17.3% | 48 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 120-150k | 37 | 40.5% |
| 150k+ | 105 | 36.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 240 | 33.8% |
| Petrol | 37 | 27.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89 | 32.6% |
| 2022 | 65 | 27.7% |
| 2023 | 54 | 35.2% |
| 2024 | 38 | 36.8% |
| 2025 | 31 | 35.5% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Synergie
Before buying a 2000 Citroen Synergie, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 19.5% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (19.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (17.0% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Lighting & signalling (13.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Citroen Synergies pass their MOT?
67.2% of the 277 2000 Citroen Synergie MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Citroen Synergie?
Suspension, recorded in 19.5% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (17.0%).
Does the 2000 Synergie get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 40.5% in the 120-150k band to 36.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 277 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.