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AY55 DVX

2005 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

108,169 mi
Last recorded108,169 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 DVX
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 108,169 miles

oil leak

tyres tread getting low

Fail 21 Sep 2019 108,169 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

oil leak

tyres tread getting low

Pass 27 Sep 2018 84,203 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 84,194 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 76,010 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 20 Sep 2017 76,010 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 23 Sep 2016 70,915 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 70,915 miles

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 65,717 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2015 65,717 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 62,469 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Aug 2013 60,452 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 12 Oct 2011 56,187 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 56,187 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 42,701 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 28,787 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 19,279 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 19,277 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AY55 DVX is a 2005 Citroen Relay in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 90,685 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY55 DVX, 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 21 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY55 DVX registered?

AY55 DVX is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 4 October 2005.

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