Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Citroen Grand C4 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 2011 Citroen Grand C4 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 2011 Citroen Grand C4 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 2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

50% 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 2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,793 vehicles, the 2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.5%, 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 2011 Citroen Grand C4 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 Grand C4 Picasso (2011)

1,793 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.5% first-time pass rate

2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso

CarHunch analysed 1,793 real MOT records for the 2011 Citroen Grand C4 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 2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso passes its MOT first time in 75.5% of cases, trailing the UK average of 80%, and nearly half of these vehicles (49.6%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for safety-conscious buyers. The diesel-heavy lineup shows a marginally better 75.6% pass rate, but this minor advantage doesn't offset the model's overall reliability weakness.

These seven-year-old Picassos average 66,895 miles, which is reasonable for their age, but they're racking up 3.58 failures per test and 17.4 advisories each—suggesting wear accumulates faster than the class norm. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically addresses the common failure areas, and budget for ongoing maintenance.

The 2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso has a decent first-time pass rate (75.5%), 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

75.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

49.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.58

Over 13 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

66k

Middle half: 49k–83k

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 17.4 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 1,793 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 1,793 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 49.6% 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 (97%)	1,731	75.6%	3.56
Petrol (3%)	61	73.6%	4.03

Colour Breakdown

Based on 9,665 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 19.4%

1,872

Red 17.9%

1,726

Grey 17.1%

1,653

Blue 15.9%

1,533

Brown 10.1%

977

Purple 8%

771

Black 5.5%

532

Beige 2.8%

268

White 1.8%

178

Bronze 1.4%

132

Gold 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Citroen Grand C4 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.

65,625

typical

49,131

low mileage

82,603

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso vehicles fall between 49,131 and 82,603 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 49,131 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.

✓ 49,131–82,603 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picassos sit.

⚠ Over 111,514 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 45% of 2011 Citroen Grand C4 Picassos are still active.

Numbers are declining — 776 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (45% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.58

Avg failures per vehicle

17.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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