Citroen C4 Picasso Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Citroen C4 Picasso reliable? We analysed 61,584 real MOT tests across 7,236 vehicles to find out.
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The Citroen C4 Picasso is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen C4 Picasso.
Citroen C4 Picasso Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Citroen C4 Picasso. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Citroen C4 Picasso MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Citroen C4 Picasso to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Citroen C4 Picasso Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen C4 Picasso models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Citroen C4 Picasso Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Citroen C4 Picasso owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Citroen C4 Picasso MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen C4 Picasso year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 167 | 83.2% | 19,928 | 30,942 | 45,452 |
| 2018 | 7,495 | 84.8% | 23,488 | 35,733 | 51,299 |
| 2017 | 23,960 | 83.7% | 26,250 | 39,183 | 56,228 |
| 2016 | 14,838 | 81.4% | 27,476 | 41,737 | 59,964 |
| 2015 | 3,163 | 79.2% | 34,017 | 52,269 | 73,808 |
| 2014 | 3,460 | 77.2% | 36,888 | 55,572 | 77,716 |
| 2013 | 2,084 | 76.3% | 34,213 | 53,207 | 75,024 |
| 2012 | 1,085 | 74.1% | 35,355 | 55,867 | 85,033 |
| 2011 | 793 | 72.0% | 42,243 | 66,169 | 92,991 |
| 2010 | 937 | 70.4% | 41,248 | 63,804 | 90,690 |
| 2009 | 904 | 70.9% | 48,184 | 74,349 | 99,504 |
| 2008 | 1,311 | 70.0% | 42,370 | 67,089 | 94,130 |
| 2007 | 884 | 69.8% | 47,246 | 73,353 | 100,068 |
How Long Does a Citroen C4 Picasso Last?
Based on 7,236 Citroen C4 Picasso vehicles on UK roads.
Citroen C4 Picasso Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Citroen C4 Picasso MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen C4 Picasso
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.8% MOT pass rate from 7,495 tests
69.8% MOT pass rate from 884 tests
The best year to buy a used Citroen C4 Picasso is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.8% across 7,495 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Citroen C4 Picasso Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen C4 Picasso THIS CAR | 81.2% | 61,584 | 42,929 mi | 18 yrs |
| Citroen Xsara | 69.1% | 5,047,330 | 77,497 mi | 28 yrs |
| Citroen Berlingo | 70.1% | 4,453,235 | 83,738 mi | 29 yrs |
| Citroen C3 | 72.7% | 4,435,918 | 53,913 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda VFR800 | 87.7% | 72,376 | 21,453 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen C4 Picasso outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Citroen C4 Picasso has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.2% across 61,584 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Citroen C4 Picasso with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Citroen C4 Picasso owner drives around 6,288 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Citroen C4 Picasso models stay on UK roads for around 18 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.