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BD03 ZJV

2003 Citroen Relay

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

159,139 mi
Last recorded159,139 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen Relay84,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 ZJV
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 159,139 miles

All weld repairs cannot be assessed due too underseal coverage

Fail 3 Jan 2017 159,109 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) Rear eye (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Out rigger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part Two hoses rubbing on wheel (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Across rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Out rigger (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear inner valance ? Full length (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer cv boot has slight grease leak

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Sep 2016 157,735 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded strut turret (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rigger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded strut turret (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rigger (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Both front shock absorbers are damp

Offside Outer cv boot is leaking grease

Service and parking brake operation requires attention

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2015 149,381 miles

underbody coroded

Pass 12 Aug 2014 147,452 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 143,328 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 143,328 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 126,552 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres are perished

Fail 3 Jan 2012 126,550 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres are perished

Pass 2 Feb 2011 113,719 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 95,446 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 95,446 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 80,741 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 66,502 miles

o/s rear lamp damaged

o/s seat belt webbing fluffing.

Pass 31 May 2007 61,579 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 61,579 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 May 2006 47,511 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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BD03 ZJV is a 2003 Citroen Relay in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 BD03 ZJV, 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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BD03 ZJV is a 2003 Citroen Relay, first registered on 4 June 2003.

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