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BT55 HVM

2005 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

146,105 mi
Last recorded146,105 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 HVM
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 146,105 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 24 Nov 2017 146,105 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 135,121 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 128,137 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 128,137 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2014 118,039 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 118,039 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 109,169 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 95,691 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 77,763 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 61,641 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 61,641 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2009 47,838 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 47,838 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 36,101 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 36,101 miles

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

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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BT55 HVM is a 2005 Citroen Relay in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BT55 HVM, 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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What year was BT55 HVM registered?

BT55 HVM is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 24 November 2005.

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