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

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61.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-23.6%

vs Citroen Avg

10

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Citroen Grand C4 Picasso — MOT Reliability Overview

The Citroen Grand C4 Picasso has an average MOT pass rate of 61.1%, which is 23.6 percentage points below the Citroen brand average of 84.7%. This suggests the Grand C4 Picasso 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 Picasso fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Grand 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 Grand 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 Grand C4 Picasso performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 89 vehicles

68.5%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

25.9%

Mileage at 10yr

147k mi

2014

Based on 243 vehicles

69.1%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

11.6%

Retest Rate

29.7%

Mileage at 10yr

147k mi

2013

Based on 97 vehicles

53.6%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.8%

Retest Rate

45.6%

Mileage at 10yr

174k mi

2012

Based on 1,753 vehicles

61.0%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

10.3%

Retest Rate

37.4%

Mileage at 10yr

140k mi

2011

Based on 2,615 vehicles

61.8%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

9.6%

Retest Rate

32.7%

2010

Based on 3,066 vehicles

58.1%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

11.0%

Retest Rate

38.8%

2009

Based on 2,902 vehicles

55.5%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

10.9%

Retest Rate

38.2%

2008

Based on 557 vehicles

54.4%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

13.1%

Retest Rate

39.4%

2007

Based on 65 vehicles

60.0%Below Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

16.7%

Retest Rate

40.0%

0

Based on 7,256 vehicles

69.5%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Mileage at 5yr

102k mi

Top MOT Failures — Citroen Grand C4 Picasso

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

1

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

7.5%
2

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

5.3%
3

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

4.7%
4

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

3.9%
5

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

3.3%

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

10.1%

Front Offside

6.7%

Front

2.2%

Citroen Grand C4 Picasso — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso?
The average MOT pass rate for the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso is 61.1% 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 Picasso?
The most common MOT failures on the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (7.5%), A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (5.3%), Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 61.1%, the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso 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 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 Grand C4 Picasso?
Typical mileage for the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso: 146,586 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Grand C4 Picasso to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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