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BN05 VFK

2005 Citroen Relay

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,868 mi
Last recorded66,868 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 VFK
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 66,868 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front headlamp aim needs lifting

Pass 18 Oct 2024 63,168 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 61,966 miles

Offside Front has damage adjuster mechanism has temporary repair

Fail 27 Sep 2023 61,908 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low also not aligned straight ahead (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear tyre close to ten year limit27/14 expiry

Pass 13 Sep 2022 60,570 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 58,322 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 56,276 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 56,276 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 51,223 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 43,052 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin near on min limit (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 36,439 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 35,933 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 33,789 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 31,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 28,953 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 23,335 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 17,813 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 12,995 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 12,384 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 10,179 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 10,179 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 May 2008 7,808 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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BN05 VFK is a 2005 Citroen Relay in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BN05 VFK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN05 VFK registered?

BN05 VFK is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is BN05 VFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 VFK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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