MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI MOT pass rate
78.4% of 2,896 MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI MOT tests pass.
The CITAN 109 PURE CDI passes 78.4% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all MERCEDES-BENZ models (83.5%).
The MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI's pass rate of 78.4% is in line with the national average for cars, at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 78.4% at 0–3 years versus 78.4% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 78.4% | 906 | 51,261 miles |
| 3–6 years | 78.4% | 1,990 | 62,373 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI
The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 81.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 81.2% | Not working |
| Brakes | 27.6% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Tyres | 26.8% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 22.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 10.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Suspension | 2.2% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Body, chassis, structure | 2.2% | Cannot be opened from outside the vehicle |
| Road Wheels | 1.5% | Badly distorted |
| Steering | 1.4% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.4% | Inscription missing |
Related MERCEDES-BENZ models
- MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS — 81.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS — 85.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS — 83.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA — 89.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLC — 91.1% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA — 87.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI?
- 78.4% of MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI MOT tests pass, based on 2,896 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI?
- The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 81.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the MERCEDES-BENZ CITAN 109 PURE CDI's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MERCEDES-BENZ service history guide for how to check and keep one.