Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

49% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso reliable?

Based on MOT data from 3,573 vehicles, the 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Citroen C4 Grand Picasso (2016)

3,573 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.6% first-time pass rate

2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso

CarHunch analysed 3,573 real MOT records for the 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Citroën C4 Grand Picasso hits the UK average with a 79.6% first-time pass rate, but nearly half of all vehicles analysed have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine concern for family transport. The diesel engines (which make up the vast majority of this cohort) perform almost identically to the overall fleet at 79.5%, so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.

At 50,319 miles median for an eight-year-old vehicle, these cars have been driven normally, and the average 1.96 failures per test suggests structural issues beyond wear-and-tear consumables. The high advisory rate of 12.5 per vehicle points to a model prone to minor niggles—expect frequent small repairs—so budget accordingly and get a full pre-purchase inspection that specifically probes for suspension, electrical, and brake components before committing to one.

The 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso has a decent first-time pass rate (79.6%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

79.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

48.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.96

Over 8.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

50k

Middle half: 40k–64k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 12.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 3,573 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 3,573 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 48.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (98%)	3,489	79.5%	1.97
Petrol (2%)	81	82.9%	1.54

Colour Breakdown

Based on 14,794 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 26.9%

3,973

Blue 24.7%

3,649

Red 17.7%

2,622

White 12.1%

1,790

Black 9.8%

1,454

Beige 6.5%

969

Silver 1.8%

269

Brown 0.2%

Purple 0.1%

Bronze 0.1%

Maroon 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

50,319

typical

39,541

low mileage

63,673

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso vehicles fall between 39,541 and 63,673 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 39,541 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 39,541–63,673 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picassos sit.

⚠ Over 85,958 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picassos are still on the road.

Strong survival — 3,259 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% 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.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.96

Avg failures per vehicle

12.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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