Citroen C3 Picasso (2016)
2016 Citroen C3 Picasso
CarHunch analysed 2,051 real MOT records for the 2016 Citroen C3 Picasso. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Citroën C3 Picasso passes its MOT at 82.3%, which edges just above the UK average of 80%, but nearly 30% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for safety-conscious buyers. Petrol and diesel versions perform almost identically (83% and 82% pass rates respectively), so fuel choice won't materially affect reliability.
At 35,500 miles median, these cars are running relatively low mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 1.67 failures per MOT visit and 10.1 advisories, suggesting wear is catching up despite gentle use. Before buying, run a full service history check and have any example inspected by a Citroën-familiar mechanic, paying particular attention to the defects flagged in previous MOT records.
What to check before buying a 2016 Citroen C3 Picasso
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 29.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (66%) | 1,349 | 82% | 1.71 |
| Petrol (34%) | 702 | 83% | 1.6 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Citroen C3 Picasso vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Citroen C3 Picasso vehicles fall between 25,778 and 48,055 miles.
2016 Citroen C3 Picasso — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 1,950 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
MOT History Averages
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