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FG08 UVW

2008 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,412 mi
Last recorded156,412 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 UVW
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 156,412 miles

Nearside Front mirror cover damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive @engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive @gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 151,152 miles

Engine cover

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 151,148 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front aero blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine cover

Nearside front driveshaft seal slightly leaking

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside front tyre slight cuts to tread but not deep enough reach cords

Pass 26 Apr 2017 134,528 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 113,426 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 92,605 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2015 92,586 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 68,422 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 51,134 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 51,134 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 30,736 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 15,338 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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FG08 UVW is a 2008 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG08 UVW, 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 FG08 UVW registered?

FG08 UVW is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is FG08 UVW safe to buy?

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