Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI?

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 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI?

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 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI?

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 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

27% 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 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,252 vehicles, the 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI 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 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI?

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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Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI (2020)

1,252 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.6% first-time pass rate

2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI

CarHunch analysed 1,252 real MOT records for the 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI falls just short of the UK average with a 78.1% first-time pass rate, and more concerning, over a quarter of these vans (26.5%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the acceptable threshold. This suggests reliability and safety issues that warrant careful pre-purchase inspection and servicing history review.

For a four-year-old van, the median mileage of 57,857 miles is reasonable, but the average of 2.3 failures and 3.6 advisories per vehicle indicates common maintenance demands beyond routine wear. Before committing to one, insist on a full MOT history printout and have a trusted mechanic verify the condition of any recurring fault patterns, particularly around braking and structural components where dangerous defects tend to cluster.

The 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI 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)

26.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.91

Over 3.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

58k

Middle half: 39k–79k

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 3.6 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 1,252 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 1,252 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 26.5% 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 2,359 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 86.4%

2,039

Silver 5.7%

134

Black 3.1%

Blue 2.3%

Grey 1.8%

Yellow 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI 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.

57,857

typical

39,388

low mileage

79,421

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI vehicles fall between 39,388 and 79,421 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 39,388 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.

✓ 39,388–79,421 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDIs sit.

⚠ Over 107,218 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDI — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure CDIs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,149 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 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

3.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.91

Avg failures per vehicle

3.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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