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DV52 KOE

2002 Citroen Relay

Blue Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

126,236 mi
Last recorded126,236 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2012
Typical for 2002 Citroen Relay84,855 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV52 KOE
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2012 126,236 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

exhaust box corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2012 126,236 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside 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 Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

exhaust box corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2011 121,298 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 121,298 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 116,329 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

park brake travel

Pass 30 Mar 2009 110,921 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fuel tank area damp (suspect fuel leak)

general underbody corrosion

oil leak at front of engine

Pass 19 Mar 2008 105,540 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 105,520 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2007 99,201 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 85,493 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 84,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

NSF flexible brake hose insecurely fastened.

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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DV52 KOE is a 2002 Citroen Relay in Blue with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 84,855 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 DV52 KOE, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DV52 KOE registered?

DV52 KOE is a 2002 Citroen Relay, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is DV52 KOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV52 KOE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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