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CF53 EPJ

2004 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

66,318 mi
Last recorded66,318 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 Citroen Relay87,244 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 EPJ
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2024 66,318 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill section corroded through (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rails corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rearmost subframe prescribed area corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring front shackle prescribed area corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring rear shackle prescribed area corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged mounting bracket for pipes and hoses corroded through and detached from chassis, vibration may cause pipes to crack (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill section corroded through (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rails corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rearmost subframe prescribed area corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring front shackle prescribed area corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring rear shackle prescribed area corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged brake hose chaffed due to being insecure (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

all suspension components have a lot of surface corrosion, some areas are not visible on the mot so prevent complete inspection

Pass 1 Feb 2023 64,801 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 64,800 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting underside of cab step area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 63,351 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of cab step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

possible work carried out on DPF. emissions test passed

Pass 9 Dec 2020 60,487 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 58,470 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 57,272 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 57,211 miles

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 54,143 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside sill corroded

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear sill corroded

exhaust silencer outer skin coming off

Fail 5 Dec 2017 54,143 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside sill corroded

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear sill corroded

exhaust silencer outer skin coming off

Pass 20 Dec 2016 51,785 miles

Offside Rear sill corroded

Fail 13 Dec 2016 51,731 miles

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

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

Offside Rear sill corroded

front wiper blades both split

Pass 26 Jan 2016 49,331 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2016 49,282 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 45,638 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 20 Jan 2015 45,588 miles

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

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

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 14 Jan 2014 42,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 42,098 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 38,357 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 36,632 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 34,132 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 29,834 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 27,507 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 25,420 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 22,099 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 22,099 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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CF53 EPJ is a 2004 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 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 CF53 EPJ, 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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CF53 EPJ is a 2004 Citroen Relay, first registered on 21 January 2004.

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