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FD53 FRO

2003 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

121,979 mi
Last recorded121,979 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen Relay84,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 FRO
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 121,979 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2015 121,975 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 106,881 miles

Nearside inner sill corroded - not prescribed area

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 106,878 miles

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

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside inner sill corroded - not prescribed area

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 86,952 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s mirror secured by tape, unable to adjust

Fail 14 Aug 2012 86,952 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

n/s mirror secured by tape, unable to adjust

Pass 15 Aug 2011 76,047 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 61,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 61,802 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 52,082 miles

rear gearbox mount split

Pass 21 Aug 2008 40,157 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 30,687 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 30,687 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FD53 FRO is a 2003 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 84,386 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 FD53 FRO, 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 23 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FD53 FRO registered?

FD53 FRO is a 2003 Citroen Relay, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is FD53 FRO safe to buy?

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