Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
From 7,831 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Grand C4 Picassos fare better: 2014 models pass at 71.1% vs 59% for 2009.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 658 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 suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 658 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 469 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 381 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 366 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 361 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 353 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 289 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 239 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 216 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 210 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17.5% of Grand C4 Picasso failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 18.6% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £86.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 71.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2012 | 62.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2011 | 67.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2010 | 60.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
2 earlier years
| 2009 | 59% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2008 | 60.5% | 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 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Grand C4 Picassos tested had between 88,538 and 119,496 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 101,031 median miles, the Grand C4 Picasso has 0.037 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 Grand C4 Picasso MOT pass rate?
The Citroen Grand C4 Picasso has a 62.3% MOT pass rate based on 7,831 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Citroen Grand C4 Picasso?
The most common MOT failure on the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 658 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Citroen Grand C4 Picasso at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Citroen Grand C4 Picasso is 101,031 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 88,538 and 119,496 miles.
Buying a used Grand C4 Picasso?
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 62.3% pass rate and an average repair bill of £86 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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