Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi
From 2,969 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Citan 109 Pure Cdis fare better: 2021 models pass at 76.5% vs 73.5% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 114 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 brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 114 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 105 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 99 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 78 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 71 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 66 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 63 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 57 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 44 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 40 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 30% of Citan 109 Pure Cdi failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £60.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 76.5% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2020 | 73.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2019 | 75% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Citan 109 Pure Cdis tested had between 35,180 and 68,470 miles on the clock.
At 48,991 median miles, the Citan 109 Pure Cdi has 0.051 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi MOT pass rate?
The Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi has a 74.8% MOT pass rate based on 2,969 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi?
The most common MOT failure on the Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 114 failures. Other common issues include stop 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 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi is 48,991 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 35,180 and 68,470 miles.
Buying a used Citan 109 Pure Cdi?
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 74.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £60 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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