Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 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 2019 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 2019 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 2019 Citroen Spacetourer vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

22% 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 2019 Citroen Spacetourer reliable?

Based on MOT data from 867 vehicles, the 2019 Citroen Spacetourer has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2019 Citroen Spacetourer?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2019 Citroen Spacetourer are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (30% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (27.5% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (21% 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 2019 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 (2019)

867 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85% first-time pass rate

2019 Citroen Spacetourer

CarHunch analysed 867 real MOT records for the 2019 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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The 2019 Citroën Spacetourer passes its MOT first time in 85% of cases, a solid 5 percentage points above the UK average, suggesting decent overall reliability for this family van. However, nearly 22% of vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is notably high and worth taking seriously when inspecting a used example.

At 38,400 miles median and 40,900 miles average, these vans are running relatively low mileage for their age, indicating they've been used sensibly by families rather than hammered by operators. The average vehicle racks up 0.85 failures and 5.3 advisories per test, pointing to minor wear items and maintenance gaps rather than structural problems—so budget for routine servicing and brake/light checks before purchase.

The 2019 Citroen Spacetourer passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (85%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ 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

85%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

21.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.85

Over 4.9 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

38k

Middle half: 29k–50k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 85% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 5.3 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 867 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 867 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 30%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Brake wear 21%

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 16.1%

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

Wipers & washers 8.4%

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019.

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Before you buy a 2019 Citroen Spacetourer

Based on MOT data from 867 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.9% 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%)	847	85%	0.85

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 2019 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.

38,400

typical

28,936

low mileage

50,272

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Citroen Spacetourer vehicles fall between 28,936 and 50,272 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 28,936 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.

✓ 28,936–50,272 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Citroen Spacetourers sit.

⚠ Over 67,867 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Citroen Spacetourer — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Citroen Spacetourers are still on the road.

Strong survival — 815 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.85

Avg failures per vehicle

5.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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