2021 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Citan 109 Pure Cdi models manufactured in 2021, based on 802 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 2021 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi has an MOT pass rate of 71.3% based on 802 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 49,877 miles on the odometer. With a 28.7% failure rate, the 2021 Citan 109 Pure Cdi is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 27.6% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Tyres is the second most common issue at 20.2%. Brakes follows at 16.2%.
Top failures specific to 2021 models only. The overall Citan 109 Pure Cdi page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 27.6% | 221 |
| 2 | Tyres | 20.2% | 162 |
| 3 | Brakes | 16.2% | 130 |
| 4 | Visibility | 7.2% | 58 |
| 5 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 3.1% | 25 |
| 6 | Non-component Advisories | 1.6% | 13 |
| 7 | Suspension | 1.5% | 12 |
| 8 | Road Wheels | 1.0% | 8 |
| 9 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.9% | 7 |
| 10 | Steering | 0.7% | 6 |
| 11 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 49,877 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 5.52 | 27.6% | 221 |
| Tyres | 4.05 | 20.2% | 162 |
| Brakes | 3.25 | 16.2% | 130 |
| Visibility | 1.45 | 7.2% | 58 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.62 | 3.1% | 25 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.32 | 1.6% | 13 |
| Suspension | 0.30 | 1.5% | 12 |
| Wheels | 0.20 | 1.0% | 8 |
| Body & Structure | 0.17 | 0.9% | 7 |
| Steering | 0.15 | 0.7% | 6 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.05 | 0.2% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi has an MOT pass rate of 71.3% based on 802 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 49,877 miles on the odometer. With a 28.7% failure rate, the 2021 Citan 109 Pure Cdi is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2021 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 49,877 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 27.6% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 27.6% of MOT failures on 2021 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Tyres — 20.2% of failures
Tyres issues account for 20.2% of MOT failures on 2021 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Brakes — 16.2% of failures
Brakes issues account for 16.2% of MOT failures on 2021 Mercedes-Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.