Citroen Spacetourer
From 3,585 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Spacetourers fare better: 2021 models pass at 77.8% vs 82.6% for 2018.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 89 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.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 89 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 88 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 60 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 52 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 31 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 28 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 25 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 24 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 23 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 20 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 47% of failures are serious: 36.4% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 10.7% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £78.
Citroen Spacetourer on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 1,466 newly registered in the past year with 86 leaving, a net gain of 1,380. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 5,332 | 62 | +402 | -2 | +400 |
| 2025 Q2 | 4,943 | 51 | +391 | -0 | +396 |
| 2025 Q1 | 4,548 | 50 | +398 | -23 | +375 |
| 2024 Q4 | 4,180 | 43 | +275 | -61 | +214 |
| 2024 Q3 | 3,968 | 41 | +314 | -0 | +315 |
| 2024 Q2 | 3,658 | 36 | +213 | -0 | +239 |
| 2024 Q1 | 3,423 | 32 | +100 | -24 | +76 |
| 2023 Q4 | 3,346 | 33 | +88 | -23 | +65 |
14 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spacetourer Business Bhdi S/S | Diesel | 1,306 | 26% |
| Spacetourer Feel Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 721 | 14% |
| Spacetourer Plus Bluehdi S/S A | Diesel | 493 | 10% |
| E-Spacetourer You | Battery Electric | 381 | 8% |
| Spacetourer Flair Bluehdi Ss A | Diesel | 301 | 6% |
| Spacetourer Bns Lnge Bhdi Ss A | Diesel | 300 | 6% |
| E-Spacetourer Business Edition | Battery Electric | 295 | 6% |
| Spacetourer Business Bhdi Ss A | Diesel | 281 | 6% |
| E-Spacetourer Max | Battery Electric | 250 | 5% |
| Spacetourer Max Bluehdi S/S A | Diesel | 175 | 3% |
| Spacetourer Expeditionxlplus A | Diesel | 168 | 3% |
| Spacetourer Feel Bluehdi S/S A | Diesel | 136 | 3% |
| Spacetourer Flair Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 125 | 2% |
| Spacetourer Expedition Xlmax A | Diesel | 79 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 77.8% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 82.5% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2019 | 83.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2018 | 82.6% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
1 earlier years
| 2017 | 80.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Spacetourers tested had between 34,029 and 66,228 miles on the clock.
At 47,836 median miles, the Spacetourer 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 Spacetourer MOT pass rate?
The Citroen Spacetourer has a 82.4% MOT pass rate based on 3,585 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Citroen Spacetourer?
The most common MOT failure on the Citroen Spacetourer is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 89 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
How many Citroen Spacetourers are on UK roads?
There are 5,332 Citroen Spacetourers currently licensed on UK roads, with 62 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Citroen Spacetourer at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Citroen Spacetourer is 47,836 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 34,029 and 66,228 miles.
Buying a used Spacetourer?
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 82.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £78 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.