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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Citroen C4 Picasso. Check any C4 Picasso by registration number below.

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78.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.3%

vs Citroen Avg

6

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Citroen C4 Picasso — MOT Reliability Overview

The Citroen C4 Picasso has an average MOT pass rate of 78.8%, which is 2.3 percentage points above the Citroen brand average of 76.6%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your C4 Picasso on the road.

The most common reasons a Citroen C4 Picasso fails its MOT are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your C4 Picasso for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Citroen C4 Picasso, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Citroen C4 Picasso performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 68 vehicles

80.9%Good
Citroen average: 76.6%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

6.5%

Mileage at 5yr

71k mi

2018

Based on 2,762 vehicles

85.7%Excellent
Citroen average: 76.6%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

15.1%

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

2017

Based on 7,262 vehicles

83.0%Good
Citroen average: 76.6%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

17.9%

Mileage at 5yr

65k mi

2016

Based on 3,973 vehicles

78.0%Good
Citroen average: 76.6%
Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

24.0%

2015

Based on 698 vehicles

76.4%Good
Citroen average: 76.6%
Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

21.9%

Mileage at 10yr

134k mi

2014

Based on 663 vehicles

68.9%Average
Citroen average: 76.6%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

33.6%

Mileage at 10yr

124k mi

Top MOT Failures — Citroen C4 Picasso

The most common reasons a Citroen C4 Picasso fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.0%
2

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

2.0%
3

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.8%
4

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

1.7%
5

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

1.6%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

2.9%

Front Offside

2.9%

Rear Offside

2.9%

Citroen C4 Picasso — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Citroen C4 Picasso MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen C4 Picasso?
The average MOT pass rate for the Citroen C4 Picasso is 78.8% compared to the Citroen average of 76.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Citroen C4 Picasso?
The most common MOT failures on the Citroen C4 Picasso are: A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.0%), A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (2.0%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (1.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Citroen C4 Picasso reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 78.8%, the Citroen C4 Picasso is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Citroen C4 Picasso?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Citroen C4 Picasso?
Typical mileage for the Citroen C4 Picasso: 71,045 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used C4 Picasso to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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