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CK55 VHC

2005 Citroen Relay

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

83,157 mi
Last recorded83,157 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK55 VHC
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 83,157 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on various parts of underbody/chassis etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

handbrake effort only just passed test advise attention

Fail 16 Dec 2022 83,151 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s front inner wheel arch corroded through behind wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s front inner wing corroded through behind shock absorber (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s front jacking point corroded through behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s inner sill corroded through in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective on silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on various parts of underbody/chassis etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

handbrake effort only just passed test advise attention

Pass 21 Dec 2021 81,813 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on various parts of underbody/chassis etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroding behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

damage to various outer panels

Pass 17 Dec 2020 79,187 miles

handbrake effort imbalance advise attention

Fail 4 Dec 2020 79,182 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s and o/s inner sills corroded through in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear crossmember corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill behind rear wheel corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

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

handbrake effort imbalance advise attention

Pass 3 Jan 2020 78,939 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

previous welding carried out

Fail 4 Dec 2019 78,933 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch/strut top areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside inner/outer sill areas

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 78,278 miles

previous welding carried out

Pass 22 Nov 2017 75,933 miles

Exhaust silencer body deteriorated

Hi-level brake light not working

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 75,933 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Exhaust silencer body deteriorated

Hi-level brake light not working

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 75,150 miles

Exhaust back box corroded

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion on jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Nov 2016 75,150 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings hole in inner sill to floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings has hole in inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust back box corroded

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion on jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Nov 2015 73,573 miles

Damage to nearside body

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

cracks in tyre walls

Fail 28 Oct 2015 73,572 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Damage to nearside body

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

cracks in tyre walls

Pass 4 Nov 2014 72,005 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 72,005 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 64,361 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 57,225 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Oct 2012 57,220 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 51,099 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 44,505 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

offside wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 23 Oct 2009 36,757 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 31,721 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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CK55 VHC is a 2005 Citroen Relay in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 CK55 VHC, 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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CK55 VHC is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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