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Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s reliable? We analysed 1,677 real MOT tests across 510 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,677 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
77.4%
Typical Mileage
42,718mi
Annual Mileage
9,221mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s.

Specifications

Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2200cc
Engine
154g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2200cc
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Not Available
Common colour
White
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
154 g/km Band G
Emission class
6ao
Road tax (12 mo.)
£150
Road tax (6 mo.)
£82.50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84.1%
2022
69%
2021
80.7%
2020
79.6%
2019

Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 12

Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,859 mi/yr
Typical
9,221 mi/yr
Average
11,224 mi/yr
Heavy usage
15,115 mi/yr

Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 126 84.1% 27,220 40,514 59,638
2021 507 69.0% 31,219 44,962 65,991
2020 751 80.7% 22,428 34,986 62,171
2019 211 79.6% 37,522 71,613 96,312

How Long Does a Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s Last?

Based on 510 Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.8 years
Median
4.0 years

Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
42,718 mi
75th Percentile
69,280 mi
95th Percentile
111,306 mi
Max Recorded
195,163 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

84.1% MOT pass rate from 126 tests

Year to avoid
2021

69.0% MOT pass rate from 507 tests

The best year to buy a used Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.1% across 126 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s THIS CAR 77.4% 1,677 42,718 mi — yrs
Citroen Xsara 69.1% 5,047,330 77,497 mi 28 yrs
Citroen Berlingo 70.1% 4,453,235 83,738 mi 29 yrs
Citroen C3 72.7% 4,435,918 53,913 mi 24 yrs
Volkswagen Passat R Line TDI 110 82.4% 2,501 129,823 mi — yrs

Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s?

The Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.4% across 1,677 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s owner drives around 9,221 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s reliable?
Based on 1,677 MOT tests, the Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s has a 77.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s do per year?
The typical Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s does around 9,221 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Citroen Relay 33 L1H1 Eprise Bhdi S/s is 2022 with a 84.1% pass rate across 126 tests.