2007 Citroen C4 Picasso — MOT failures & pass rate
553 MOT tests on the 2007 Citroen C4 Picasso are in this dataset, and 70.7% of them passed. MPVs of a similar age fail at 29.0%, so the 2007 C4 Picasso sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 22.1% of all tests — 11.2 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp aim and stop lamp — position lamp alone was recorded 61 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2007 C4 Picasso fails 29.0% of the time in the 60-90k band and 28.3% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.7 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 33.6% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 28.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 36.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 22.1% | 122 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.8% | 60 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.1% | 56 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.7% | 48 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.4% | 41 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.8% | 32 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 61 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 50 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 39 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 30 |
| 5 | Joints | 28 |
| 6 | Washers | 27 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 33.6% | 186 |
| 2 | Suspension | 26.6% | 147 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 26.6% | 147 |
| 4 | Brakes | 26.4% | 146 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 17.2% | 95 |
| 6 | Other defects | 11.8% | 65 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 131 | 29.0% |
| 90-120k | 230 | 27.4% |
| 120-150k | 123 | 33.3% |
| 150k+ | 53 | 28.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 405 | 28.6% |
| Petrol | 148 | 31.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 165 | 28.5% |
| 2022 | 143 | 29.4% |
| 2023 | 110 | 28.2% |
| 2024 | 77 | 27.3% |
| 2025 | 58 | 36.2% |
What to check before buying a 2007 C4 Picasso
On a 2007 C4 Picasso, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 22.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (22.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (10.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (10.1% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Citroen C4 Picassos pass their MOT?
70.7% of the 553 2007 Citroen C4 Picasso MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Citroen C4 Picasso?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 22.1% of tests, followed by brakes (10.8%).
Does the 2007 C4 Picasso get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 29.0% in the 60-90k band to 28.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 553 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.