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FD08 VWS

2008 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

248,601 mi
Last recorded248,601 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 VWS
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 248,601 miles

windscreen has large crack but not within the drivers view of the road

Pass 7 Jul 2017 248,600 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 248,601 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 248,601 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 246,741 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 190,999 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 190,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 24 May 2011 144,282 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 May 2011 144,282 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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FD08 VWS is a 2008 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 FD08 VWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FD08 VWS?

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What year was FD08 VWS registered?

FD08 VWS is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is FD08 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 VWS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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