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Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s reliable? We analysed 1,580 real MOT tests across 535 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,580 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.2%
Typical Mileage
57,961mi
Annual Mileage
10,435mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s.

Specifications

Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi 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 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2200cc
Engine
162bhp
Power
186g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2200cc
Power
162 BHP
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
LCV
Common colour
White
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
186 g/km Band J
Emission class
6al
Road tax (12 mo.)
£265
Road tax (6 mo.)
£145.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

79.1%
2022
75.9%
2021
72.1%
2020

Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 23
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15

Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi 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
5,569 mi/yr
Typical
10,435 mi/yr
Average
12,459 mi/yr
Heavy usage
16,631 mi/yr

Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 172 79.1% 25,198 39,317 58,759
2021 590 75.9% 37,354 54,151 80,368
2020 706 72.1% 41,167 65,488 93,302

How Long Does a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s Last?

Based on 535 Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.7 years
Median
4.0 years

Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
57,961 mi
75th Percentile
85,819 mi
95th Percentile
131,703 mi
Max Recorded
286,853 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s

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

Best year
2022

79.1% MOT pass rate from 172 tests

Year to avoid
2020

72.1% MOT pass rate from 706 tests

The best year to buy a used Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.1% across 172 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.1% — 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 35 L3 Bluehdi 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 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s THIS CAR 74.2% 1,580 57,961 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
Suzuki Vl 91.8% 3,057 9,626 mi 22 yrs

Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s?

The Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.2% across 1,580 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi 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 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s owner drives around 10,435 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 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s reliable?
Based on 1,580 MOT tests, the Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s has a 74.2% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s do per year?
The typical Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s does around 10,435 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi 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 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/s is 2022 with a 79.1% pass rate across 172 tests.