2012 · 12 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2012 Citroen C3 Picasso MOT pass rate and common faults

147 MOT tests in 2024. 63.9% passed first time, compared with 64.3% for all cars the same age.

99About average
Passed first time63.9%
Failed or needed repairs36.1%
Typical mileage at test66,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 147 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Position lamp: not working9.5%
  2. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam6.1%
  3. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn4.8%
  4. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play4.8%
  5. Washers: not working4.1%
  6. Stop lamp: not working3.4%
  7. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.4%
    9 marked dangerous
  8. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.4%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics30.6%
  2. Suspension10.2%
  3. Tyres9.5%
  4. Steering7.5%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)7.5%
  6. Body & chassis6.8%
  7. Brakes6.1%
  8. Emissions & leaks2.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened17.7%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm17.7%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure11.6%
  4. Exhaust system: system insecure10.9%
  5. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn7.5%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year is about as good as an average car its age. Before buying, check the area that fails most: position lamp: not working. 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 2012 Citroen C3 Picasso?

In 2024, 63.9% of 2012 Citroen C3 Picasso cars passed their MOT first time, across 147 tests. The average for all 12-year-old cars was 64.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2012 Citroen C3 Picasso?

The most common failure reasons were position lamp: not working; headlamp: not working on dipped beam; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2012 Citroen C3 Picasso reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 99, which is about average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).