2010 · 14 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2010 Citroen C3 Picasso MOT pass rate and common faults

123 MOT tests in 2024. 47.1% passed first time, compared with 59.6% for all cars the same age.

79Well below average
Passed first time47.1%
Failed or needed repairs52.8%
Typical mileage at test88,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 123 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. On or after 01/07/2008: emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit8.9%
  2. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn7.3%
  3. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play7.3%
  4. Stop lamp: not working3.3%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords3.3%
  6. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn3.3%
  7. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.3%
  8. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.3%
    5 marked dangerous
  9. Position lamp: not working3.3%
  10. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.3%
    5 marked dangerous

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension23.6%
  2. Lights & electrics21.1%
  3. Emissions & leaks17.9%
  4. Brakes11.4%
  5. Steering8.1%
  6. Tyres8.1%
  7. Body & chassis8.1%
  8. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.5%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened26.0%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm18.7%
  3. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn14.6%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.2%
  5. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine11.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: on or after 01/07/2008: emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2010 Citroen C3 Picasso?

In 2024, 47.1% of 2010 Citroen C3 Picasso cars passed their MOT first time, across 123 tests. The average for all 14-year-old cars was 59.6%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2010 Citroen C3 Picasso?

The most common failure reasons were on or after 01/07/2008: emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn; track rod end: ball joint has excessive play. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2010 Citroen C3 Picasso reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 79, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).