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CF53 UCJ

2004 Citroen Relay

Silver Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

175,692 mi
Last recorded175,692 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Citroen Relay87,244 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 UCJ
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2014 175,692 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 175,658 miles

Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Engine management light illuminated.

Pass 5 Aug 2013 117,330 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 117,323 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2012 65,650 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 65,647 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (3.6.E.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 58,356 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 51,312 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 51,312 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 44,432 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 35,864 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 35,864 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2006 24,386 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt missing (2.4.B.7b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt missing (2.4.B.7b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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 UCJ is a 2004 Citroen Relay in Silver with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 CF53 UCJ, 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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What year was CF53 UCJ registered?

CF53 UCJ is a 2004 Citroen Relay, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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