Citroen DS4 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Citroen DS4 reliable? We analysed 158,575 real MOT tests across 12,192 vehicles to find out.
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The Citroen DS4 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen DS4.
Citroen DS4 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Citroen DS4. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Citroen DS4 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Citroen DS4 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Citroen DS4 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Citroen DS4 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Citroen DS4 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen DS4 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Citroen DS4 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Citroen DS4 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Citroen DS4 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen DS4 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 336 | 79.5% | 30,434 | 46,592 | 61,978 |
| 2015 | 12,298 | 76.5% | 36,152 | 53,251 | 73,656 |
| 2014 | 28,893 | 74.4% | 40,000 | 58,780 | 81,488 |
| 2013 | 54,616 | 72.3% | 43,796 | 65,091 | 88,654 |
| 2012 | 39,746 | 72.3% | 46,327 | 69,210 | 94,186 |
| 2011 | 21,934 | 71.8% | 45,918 | 69,440 | 95,200 |
How Long Does a Citroen DS4 Last?
Based on 12,192 Citroen DS4 vehicles on UK roads.
Citroen DS4 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Citroen DS4 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 DS4
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.5% MOT pass rate from 336 tests
71.8% MOT pass rate from 21,934 tests
The best year to buy a used Citroen DS4 is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.5% across 336 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Citroen DS4 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen DS4 THIS CAR | 72.9% | 158,575 | 64,428 mi | 15 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 |
| Toyota Landcruiser | 73.7% | 216,887 | 122,786 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen DS4 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Citroen DS4 has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.9% across 158,575 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common failure point is registration plate lamp not working with 2,646 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 DS4 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 DS4 owner drives around 7,055 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 DS4 models stay on UK roads for around 15 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.