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BD55 NBE

2005 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

240,704 mi
Last recorded240,704 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 NBE
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 240,704 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security middle part of inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security middle part of inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 240,703 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security middle part of inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security middle part of inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 222,276 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 222,272 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Outer 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 aim too low (1.8)

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 206,543 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion middle (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 23 Nov 2016 206,541 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion middle (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 199,913 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2015 199,889 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low adjuster n/w (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Bumper insecure

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 190,809 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2014 190,809 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2013 180,341 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2013 180,341 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 179,012 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 170,758 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Fail 17 Sep 2012 170,749 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 156,187 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 156,182 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring damaged and permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 130,370 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 104,203 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 75,579 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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BD55 NBE is a 2005 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BD55 NBE, 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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BD55 NBE is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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