Citroen Nemo
From 22,936 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Nemos fare better: 2018 models pass at 72.5% vs 61.3% for 2008.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, caused 1,154 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 | 1,154 |
| a shock absorber bush excessively worn | 1,108 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 750 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 699 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 553 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 546 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 522 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 514 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 464 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 454 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17.1% of Nemo failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 17.9% 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 £89.
Citroen Nemo on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 1,213 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 1 newly registered, a net loss of 1,212. At this rate, roughly 11.1 years until none remain. Now at 68.4% of its peak (19,618 in 2017 Q1).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 11,297 | 2,126 | +1 | -263 | -262 |
| 2025 Q2 | 11,623 | 2,062 | +0 | -386 | -386 |
| 2025 Q1 | 12,038 | 2,033 | +0 | -273 | -273 |
| 2024 Q4 | 12,419 | 1,925 | +0 | -291 | -291 |
| 2024 Q3 | 12,773 | 1,862 | +0 | -407 | -407 |
| 2024 Q2 | 13,260 | 1,782 | +0 | -373 | -373 |
| 2024 Q1 | 13,675 | 1,740 | +0 | -187 | -187 |
| 2023 Q4 | 13,949 | 1,653 | +0 | -285 | -285 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemo 660 Enterprise Hdi | Diesel | 2,639 | 24% |
| Nemo 660 Lx Hdi | Diesel | 1,496 | 13% |
| Nemo Lx Hdi 610 | Diesel | 1,324 | 12% |
| Nemo 590 Enterprise Hdi | Diesel | 1,041 | 9% |
| Nemo Multispace Hdi 8V | Diesel | 942 | 8% |
| Nemo X Hdi 610 | Diesel | 510 | 5% |
| Nemo Multispace Hdi 8V A | Diesel | 398 | 4% |
| Nemo 660 X Hdi | Diesel | 375 | 3% |
| Nemo 610 X | Petrol | 345 | 3% |
| Nemo 660 Lx Stop & Start Hdi | Diesel | 345 | 3% |
| Nemo Multispace 8V | Petrol | 322 | 3% |
| Nemo Multispace Hdi S/S | Diesel | 266 | 2% |
| Nemo 590 Lx Hdi | Diesel | 250 | 2% |
| Nemo Multispace Hdi S/S S-A | Diesel | 246 | 2% |
| Nemo 660 Enterprise S/S Hdi | Diesel | 183 | 2% |
| Nemo 660 Lx S/S Hdi S-A | Diesel | 131 | 1% |
| Nemo 610 Enterprise Hdi | Diesel | 124 | 1% |
| Nemo Multispace Vt Hdi | Diesel | 98 | <1% |
| Nemo X 610 | Battery Electric | 95 | <1% |
| Nemo 660 X Stop & Start Hdi | Diesel | 75 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 72.5% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2017 | 72.3% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2016 | 72.1% | a shock absorber bush excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2015 | 71.4% | a shock absorber bush excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
7 earlier years
| 2014 | 70.7% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2013 | 69% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2012 | 67.5% | a shock absorber bush excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2011 | 68.3% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2010 | 66.3% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber bush excessively worn |
| 2009 | 66.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2008 | 61.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Nemos tested had between 68,318 and 137,242 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 102,926 median miles, the Nemo has 0.031 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 Nemo MOT pass rate?
The Citroen Nemo has a 68.6% MOT pass rate based on 22,936 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Citroen Nemo?
The most common MOT failure on the Citroen Nemo is a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, which caused 1,154 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber bush excessively worn.
How many Citroen Nemos are on UK roads?
There are 11,297 Citroen Nemos currently licensed on UK roads, with 2,126 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Citroen Nemo at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Citroen Nemo is 102,926 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 68,318 and 137,242 miles.
Buying a used Nemo?
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 68.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £89 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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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.