Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Citroen Spacetourer?

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 2017 Citroen Spacetourer?

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 2017 Citroen Spacetourer?

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 2017 Citroen Spacetourer vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

34% 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 2017 Citroen Spacetourer reliable?

Based on MOT data from 439 vehicles, the 2017 Citroen Spacetourer has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2017 Citroen Spacetourer?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2017 Citroen Spacetourer are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (43.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (42.4% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (29.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Citroen Spacetourer?

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 Spacetourer (2017)

439 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83% first-time pass rate

2017 Citroen Spacetourer

CarHunch analysed 439 real MOT records for the 2017 Citroen Spacetourer. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 439 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2017 Citroën Spacetourer passes its MOT first time at 83%, just above the UK average of 80%, which suggests reliable overall build quality. However, 33.5% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—nearly double the typical rate—so structural and safety issues do occur and warrant close pre-purchase inspection.

At just under 50,000 miles median, these vans have covered modest distance for their age, yet they're averaging 1.51 failures and 9.3 advisories per test, indicating wear and maintenance demands typical of a family hauler in hard use. Before buying one, obtain its full MOT history and specifically check for any previous dangerous defect flags, as this cohort's safety record is a legitimate concern.

The 2017 Citroen Spacetourer has a decent first-time pass rate (83%), 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

83%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

33.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.51

Over 7.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

49k

Middle half: 38k–66k

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 9.3 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 439 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 439 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 43.6%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 29.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 22.4%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lighting 9.4%

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources · Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017.

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Based on MOT data from 439 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 33.5% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,142 Citroen Spacetourer vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 42.7%

1,342

Black 20%

627

Silver 17.6%

553

Orange 5.6%

175

White 4.2%

131

Beige 4.1%

129

Blue 3.1%

Brown 2.5%

Red 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Citroen Spacetourer 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.

49,046

typical

37,820

low mileage

66,000

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Citroen Spacetourer vehicles fall between 37,820 and 66,000 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 37,820 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.

✓ 37,820–66,000 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Citroen Spacetourers sit.

⚠ Over 89,100 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Citroen Spacetourer — Still on the Road

Almost all 2017 Citroen Spacetourers are still on the road.

Strong survival — 406 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

7.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.51

Avg failures per vehicle

9.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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