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BJ54 UWK

2004 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

159,083 mi
Last recorded159,083 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Citroen Relay87,244 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 UWK
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 159,083 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 159,081 miles

Nearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury lower sliding door (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under sill and outer sill (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill badly in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front chassis rail outriggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front chassis rails by subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front inner flitches badly in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear chassis rail support beam in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside under sill corroded in several places but not in prescribed area

Pass 23 Feb 2018 155,189 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear 215/75 16C@4mm badly perished

Oil leak ()

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 20 Feb 2018 155,183 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/65 16C (4.1.E.1)

Offside 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings off side front cross member (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear 215/75 16C@4mm badly perished

Oil leak ()

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 26 Jan 2017 152,429 miles

back panel holed

Fail 8 Sep 2016 150,919 miles

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 150,919 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 147,445 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 147,440 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 143,369 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 143,369 miles

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

nearside front abs ring broken

Pass 11 Nov 2013 136,697 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 136,693 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 130,361 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 122,831 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 122,828 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 107,824 miles

nearside rear tyre sidewall slighty perished

Fail 3 Nov 2009 107,824 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall slighty perished

Pass 5 Nov 2007 89,947 miles

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

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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BJ54 UWK is a 2004 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 87,244 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 BJ54 UWK, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BJ54 UWK is a 2004 Citroen Relay, first registered on 10 November 2004.

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