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AK03 TYX

2003 Citroen Relay

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

153,079 mi
Last recorded153,079 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen Relay84,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 TYX
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2017 153,079 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 147,156 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Oct 2016 147,153 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner bumper (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 136,541 miles

Nearside Front lower ball joint dust cover worn

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake pipes have grease on them

oil leak

Fail 17 Oct 2015 136,519 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front lower ball joint dust cover worn

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake pipes have grease on them

oil leak

Pass 17 Dec 2014 133,047 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 129,984 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 97,278 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 97,177 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 72,089 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 67,413 miles

Nearside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 63,752 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 58,907 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 47,092 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 36,906 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Relay?

Based on 1,209,729 MOT tests across 108,809 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
6,926
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
108,809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39,680
Registration plate lamp not working 31,479
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,039
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,663
Stop lamp not working 19,404
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AK03 TYX is a 2003 Citroen Relay in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 84,386 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Relay fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 39,680 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK03 TYX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Relay typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AK03 TYX is a 2003 Citroen Relay, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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