Citroen Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Citroen model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 1,835,682 real MOT tests.
Average Citroen MOT pass rate: 79%
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79%
Avg pass rate
21%
Avg fail rate
146
Models tested
Citroen Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Citroen Synergie | 36% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 2 | Citroen C15 | 34% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 3 | Citroen Xsara Picasso | 34% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 4 | Citroen C8 | 32% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 5 | Citroen Xsara | 31% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration |
Most Reliable Citroen Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Citroen models least likely to have MOT problems
All Citroen Models by Fail Rate
Every Citroen model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C15 | 1993 | 56% | 42% | |
| C15 | 2004 | 59% | 41% | |
| Zx | 1994 | 59% | 40% | |
| Dispatch | 1999 | 60% | 39% | |
| C15 | 1991 | 60% | 39% | |
| Xsara Picasso | 2007 | 61% | 39% | |
| Synergie | 2001 | 61% | 39% | |
| C15 | 1994 | 62% | 38% | |
| C4 | 2004 | 62% | 38% | |
| C8 | 2007 | 62% | 37% | |
| Dispatch | 2003 | 64% | 36% | |
| C15 | 1998 | 62% | 36% | |
| Xantia | 1997 | 64% | 36% | |
| C25 | 1991 | 64% | 36% | |
| Dispatch | 2005 | 64% | 35% | |
| Grand C4 Picasso | 2008 | 64% | 35% | |
| Dispatch | 2001 | 62% | 35% | |
| C15 | 1996 | 60% | 35% | |
| C15 | 1997 | 64% | 35% | |
| Xsara Picasso | 2009 | 65% | 35% | |
| Grand C4 Picasso | 2013 | 65% | 35% | |
| Xsara | 2001 | 66% | 34% | |
| Relay | 2005 | 63% | 34% | |
| C3 Picasso | 2010 | 66% | 34% | |
| C8 | 2005 | 65% | 34% | |
| C5 | 2001 | 64% | 34% | |
| C15 | 1990 | 65% | 34% | |
| Relay | 2000 | 64% | 34% | |
| C15 | 2001 | 66% | 34% | |
| Relay | 1996 | 66% | 34% | |
| Synergie | 1998 | 66% | 34% | |
| Synergie | 2000 | 64% | 34% | |
| Xsara | 2005 | 66% | 33% | |
| C3 | 2003 | 66% | 33% | |
| Xsara | 2003 | 66% | 33% | |
| Grand C4 Picasso | 2009 | 66% | 33% | |
| Dispatch | 2006 | 66% | 33% | |
| C8 | 2008 | 65% | 33% | |
| C3 Picasso | 2009 | 67% | 33% | |
| C8 | 2004 | 67% | 33% | |
| C15 | 2000 | 65% | 33% | |
| Dispatch | 2000 | 67% | 33% | |
| Xantia | 1994 | 67% | 33% | |
| Grand C4 | 2008 | 67% | 33% | |
| Xsara Picasso | 2005 | 65% | 33% | |
| Xsara Picasso | 2004 | 67% | 33% | |
| C4 | 2008 | 67% | 32% | |
| Xsara | 2007 | 67% | 32% | |
| Xsara | 2008 | 67% | 32% | |
| C2 | 2004 | 67% | 32% |
Showing top 50 of 531 model/year combinations. View all Citroen models
Citroen MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Citroen cars?
The most common MOT problems on Citroen cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Citroen diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Synergie has the highest average fail rate at 36%.
Which Citroen model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Citroen model in our data is the C3 Saint James Puretech S/s A with an average MOT pass rate of 100%. View all Citroen models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Citroen?
The average MOT pass rate for Citroen is 79%, based on 1,835,682 MOT tests across 146 models. This means about 21% of Citroen cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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