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BG05 MXY

2005 Citroen Relay

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

172,273 mi
Last recorded172,273 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 MXY
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 172,273 miles

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both front shockers damp-wishbone bushes perished slightly-aims on limits-x2 front headlamps slightly deteriated-bonet catch sticking-x2 front arches corroded-

front and rear number plates deteriorated-front brake pads worn low-o/s/f brake slightly binding-o/s/f caliper corroded-o/s/f flexi hose deteriorated-both rear shockers damp-clutch slipping

x2 rear tyres on limit

Fail 28 Nov 2018 172,273 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible rear (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/f/ inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both front shockers damp-wishbone bushes perished slightly-aims on limits-x2 front headlamps slightly deteriated-bonet catch sticking-x2 front arches corroded-

x2 rear tyres on limit

Fail 30 Aug 2018 172,116 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 151,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded above subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake pipe mounting area (3.3.A.2)

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

Offside Front inner wing area corroded

Offside body trim loose

Fail 30 Aug 2017 151,999 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively & o/s (8.2.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg (6.1.A.1)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded above subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake pipe mounting area (3.3.A.2)

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

Offside Front inner wing area corroded

Offside body trim loose

Pass 11 Jul 2016 144,396 miles

Nearside mirror secuirity

Offside Front brake pipe mounting area

Fail 14 Jun 2016 144,392 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Brake hose excessively damaged to brake caliper (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside mirror loose on mountings

Offside Front corrosion by brake hose mounting bracket

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

exhaust rubbers split

Pass 19 Jun 2015 136,190 miles

corrosion to o/s/f inner wheel arch area

exhaust rubbers split

Fail 19 Jun 2015 136,190 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

corrosion to o/s/f inner wheel arch area

exhaust rubbers split

Pass 15 Apr 2014 121,376 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 121,376 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 108,377 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 99,042 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 99,040 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 88,444 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 77,625 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 77,609 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 5 Jun 2009 63,925 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 63,925 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 47,950 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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BG05 MXY is a 2005 Citroen Relay in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 BG05 MXY, 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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BG05 MXY is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 3 June 2005.

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