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Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s reliable? We analysed 729 real MOT tests across 219 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 729 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
76.0%
Typical Mileage
61,603mi
Annual Mileage
11,409mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi 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 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s.

Specifications

Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X 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 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2200cc
Engine
162g/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
162 g/km Band G
Emission class
6
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

76.7%
2022
71.6%
2021
77.2%
2020
76.3%
2019

Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X 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 11

Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X 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
6,124 mi/yr
Typical
11,409 mi/yr
Average
12,622 mi/yr
Heavy usage
16,743 mi/yr

Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X 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 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 73 76.7% 36,017 62,917 97,314
2021 201 71.6% 35,234 51,480 73,545
2020 167 77.2% 29,680 55,765 77,121
2019 253 76.3% 55,307 73,495 90,513

How Long Does a Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s Last?

Based on 219 Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.9 years
Median
4.0 years

Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X 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
61,603 mi
75th Percentile
84,730 mi
95th Percentile
118,916 mi
Max Recorded
185,103 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s

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

Best year
2020

77.2% MOT pass rate from 167 tests

Year to avoid
2021

71.6% MOT pass rate from 201 tests

The best year to buy a used Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.2% across 167 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.6% — 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 L3H2 X 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 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s THIS CAR 76.0% 729 61,603 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
Saab 9-5 Aero Auto 76.6% 572 93,879 mi 26 yrs

Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s?

The Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.0% across 729 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 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 L3H2 X 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 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s owner drives around 11,409 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 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s reliable?
Based on 729 MOT tests, the Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s has a 76.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s do per year?
The typical Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s does around 11,409 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X 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 L3H2 X 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 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 X Bluehdi S/s is 2020 with a 77.2% pass rate across 167 tests.