2014 Mercedes-Benz Citan — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 14,573 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz Citan, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 73.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (82.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.8% in the 150k+ group versus 11.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.8% | 2,297 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.9% | 1,447 |
| 3 | Suspension | 9.0% | 1,317 |
| 4 | Steering | 7.2% | 1,053 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.2% | 1,052 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.7% | 974 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 1,166 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 1,117 |
| 3 | Joints | 1,046 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 850 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 805 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 689 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 38.4% | 5,600 |
| 2 | Tyres | 26.8% | 3,908 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 14.4% | 2,102 |
| 4 | Suspension | 10.3% | 1,509 |
| 5 | Visibility | 9.9% | 1,437 |
| 6 | Other defects | 8.5% | 1,236 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 210 | 11.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,499 | 19.6% |
| 60-90k | 3,246 | 24.7% |
| 90-120k | 4,061 | 27.3% |
| 120-150k | 2,727 | 29.4% |
| 150k+ | 2,802 | 28.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 14,271 | 27.0% |
| Petrol | 302 | 1.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,014 | 24.1% |
| 2022 | 3,043 | 25.7% |
| 2023 | 2,978 | 26.7% |
| 2024 | 2,840 | 27.4% |
| 2025 | 2,698 | 28.4% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Citan
Before buying a 2014 Mercedes-Benz Citan, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.8% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (15.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (9.9% 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 (9.0% 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 2014 Mercedes-Benz Citans pass their MOT?
73.6% of the 14,573 2014 Mercedes-Benz Citan MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Mercedes-Benz Citan?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.8% of tests, followed by brakes (9.9%).
Does the 2014 Citan get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.4% in the 0-30k band to 28.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 14,573 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.