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CFZ 8897

2008 Citroen Relay

Grey Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

167,194 mi
Last recorded167,194 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFZ 8897
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 167,194 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced siil cut away and horse box body fitted over outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill cut away and horse box body fitted over rear (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 21 May 2026 167,168 miles

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill drivers footwell area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced siil cut away and horse box body fitted over outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill cut away and horse box body fitted over rear (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 164,402 miles

Engine management light illuminated on dash, not failure as vehicle registered before 01/07/2008

Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened both rear bump stops damaged (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 164,397 miles

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

Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened both rear bump stops damaged (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 162,807 miles

Rear bump stops damaged worn

Pass 31 Jan 2023 160,308 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 160,284 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 140,010 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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CFZ 8897 is a 2008 Citroen Relay in Grey with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 99,132 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 CFZ 8897, 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 18 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CFZ 8897 registered?

CFZ 8897 is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is CFZ 8897 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFZ 8897 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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