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BJ08 GEU

2008 Citroen Relay

Grey Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

160,852 mi
Last recorded160,852 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 GEU
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 160,852 miles

General Underbody Corrosion

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 21 May 2026 160,850 miles

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

General Underbody Corrosion

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 May 2025 160,195 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 9 May 2025 160,193 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 159,084 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 158,364 miles

Rear Rear bump stops worn

Pass 6 Jan 2022 136,937 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 155,840 miles

Exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2019 152,874 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 152,870 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 149,921 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 146,684 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 143,982 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 140,697 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 140,678 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 138,115 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 138,115 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 3 Oct 2013 129,797 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 129,797 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 125,242 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 125,242 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 113,446 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2011 112,973 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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BJ08 GEU is a 2008 Citroen Relay in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 99,132 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 BJ08 GEU, 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 18 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ08 GEU registered?

BJ08 GEU is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is BJ08 GEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 GEU shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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