Citroen Ds4
From 19,467 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Ds4s fare better: 2015 models pass at 71.4% vs 66.4% for 2011.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, caused 1,041 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 1,041 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1,041 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 973 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 892 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 732 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 688 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 538 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 447 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 349 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 328 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 29.6% of Ds4 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 29.8% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £126.
Citroen Ds4 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 556 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 4 newly registered, a net loss of 552. At this rate, roughly 16.9 years until none remain. Now at 81.8% of its peak (11,418 in 2015 Q3).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 8,761 | 583 | +3 | -205 | -202 |
| 2025 Q2 | 8,990 | 556 | +0 | -133 | -133 |
| 2025 Q1 | 9,160 | 519 | +1 | -111 | -110 |
| 2024 Q4 | 9,321 | 468 | +0 | -107 | -107 |
| 2024 Q3 | 9,446 | 450 | +0 | -72 | -72 |
| 2024 Q2 | 9,540 | 428 | +0 | -112 | -112 |
| 2024 Q1 | 9,679 | 401 | +0 | -105 | -105 |
| 2023 Q4 | 9,820 | 365 | +0 | -72 | -72 |
16 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ds4 Dstyle Hdi | Diesel | 3,176 | 37% |
| Ds4 Dstyle Airdream E-Hdi | Diesel | 1,530 | 18% |
| Ds4 Dsport Hdi | Diesel | 1,122 | 13% |
| Ds4 Dstyle E-Hdi Airdream Auto | Diesel | 549 | 6% |
| Ds4 Dstyle | Petrol | 388 | 5% |
| Ds4 Dstyle Airdream E-Hdi Auto | Diesel | 330 | 4% |
| Ds4 Dstyle Nav E-Hdi | Diesel | 305 | 4% |
| Ds4 Dstyle E-Hdi | Diesel | 234 | 3% |
| Ds4 Dstyle Hdi Auto | Diesel | 213 | 3% |
| Ds4 Dsport Thp | Petrol | 203 | 2% |
| Ds4 Dsign Hdi | Diesel | 94 | 1% |
| Ds4 Dsign | Petrol | 91 | 1% |
| Ds4 Dstyle Thp Auto | Petrol | 80 | <1% |
| Ds4 Dstyle Nav Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 77 | <1% |
| Ds4 Dsport Hdi Auto | Diesel | 58 | <1% |
| Ds4 Dstyle E-Hdi S-A | Diesel | 55 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 71.4% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2014 | 68.4% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2013 | 67.7% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2012 | 66.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
1 earlier years
| 2011 | 66.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ds4s tested had between 77,411 and 103,853 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 95,355 median miles, the Ds4 has 0.034 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Citroen models
| Citroen C3 | 71.4% |
| Citroen Berlingo | 67.9% |
| Citroen C4 | 68.9% |
| Citroen C1 | 74.9% |
| Citroen Ds3 | 66.5% |
Common questions
What is the Citroen Ds4 MOT pass rate?
The Citroen Ds4 has a 67.7% MOT pass rate based on 19,467 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Citroen Ds4?
The most common MOT failure on the Citroen Ds4 is a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, which caused 1,041 failures. Other common issues include a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc.
How many Citroen Ds4s are on UK roads?
There are 8,761 Citroen Ds4s currently licensed on UK roads, with 583 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Citroen Ds4 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Citroen Ds4 is 95,355 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 77,411 and 103,853 miles.
Buying a used Ds4?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 67.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £126 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 29.6% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.