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CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO (2019)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 129 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,555

£130/month

MOT Pass Rate

85%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 5-15

1200cc Petrol

Solid Option

85% pass rate, £1555/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1200cc7 years old129 tests45k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1200cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,555
Per month£130/mo
Per week£30/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

85% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.

At 7 years old, 85% of CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSOs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 129 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 45,047 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 cars1256th of 1,419(top 89%)
Rank among CITROEN models205th of 599(top 34%)
vs national average+3%(82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average-5%(90% avg)
vs CITROEN average+6%(79% avg)

Mileage Analysis

45,047

Average miles

vs

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2019 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO has 45,047 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201985%12945,047 mi
201883%5,45957,166 mi
201779%12,40364,904 mi
201678%6,17371,008 mi
201577%52591,133 mi
201468%40986,538 mi
201374%12699,083 mi
201270%6496,539 mi
201180%5496,068 mi
201073%37111,026 mi
200964%47117,353 mi
200852%31107,860 mi

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About the 2019 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO

The 2019 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 129 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 2019 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 45,047 miles at 7 years old, CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2019 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO Fuel Costs

The modest 1200cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,555 130/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO Reliability Trend

Newer CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2019 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2019 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2019 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO(2019)85%£955£195Grp 5-15£1555
FORD FIESTA(2018)90%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£155
FORD FOCUS(2017)89%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1732+£177
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£5
VAUXHALL CORSA(2017)82%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732+£177

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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