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

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61.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-23.7%

vs Citroen Avg

7

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Citroen Grand C4 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Citroen Grand C4 has an average MOT pass rate of 61.0%, which is 23.7 percentage points below the Citroen brand average of 84.7%. This suggests the Grand C4 can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Citroen Grand C4 fails its MOT are stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your Grand C4 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 Grand C4, 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 Grand C4 performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 133 vehicles

59.4%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

9.8%

Retest Rate

34.1%

Mileage at 10yr

131k mi

2011

Based on 138 vehicles

68.8%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

18.8%

2010

Based on 189 vehicles

60.3%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

9.4%

Retest Rate

38.7%

2009

Based on 156 vehicles

55.8%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

45.5%

2008

Based on 96 vehicles

57.3%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.6%

Retest Rate

41.4%

2007

Based on 60 vehicles

56.7%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

30.6%

0

Based on 452 vehicles

69.0%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Mileage at 5yr

103k mi

Top MOT Failures — Citroen Grand C4

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

1

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

8.9%
2

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

7.9%
3

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

7.1%
Citroen Grand C4 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Offside

9.8%

Rear Offside

8.3%

Front Offside

8.3%

Other Citroen Models

Compare MOT reliability across Citroen models.

Citroen C4

58.7% pass rate

Citroen Berlingo 7

95.0% pass rate

Citroen XM

67.4% pass rate

Citroen C3 Shine + Puretech S/s Auto

96.2% pass rate

Citroen C3 S

93.1% pass rate

Citroen Beringo

96.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Citroen Grand C4

Citroen Grand C4 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Citroen Grand C4 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen Grand C4?
The average MOT pass rate for the Citroen Grand C4 is 61.0% compared to the Citroen average of 84.7%. 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 Grand C4?
The most common MOT failures on the Citroen Grand C4 are: Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (8.9%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (7.9%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (7.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Citroen Grand C4 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 61.0%, the Citroen Grand C4 is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Citroen Grand C4?
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 Grand C4?
Typical mileage for the Citroen Grand C4: 131,012 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Grand C4 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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