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FH53 UYV

2004 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,105 mi
Last recorded92,105 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Citroen Relay87,244 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 UYV
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2019 92,105 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view top small bullseye but ok. (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under side of vehicle starting to corrode. but ok at present time.

Pass 29 Nov 2018 87,384 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively lever pivot (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 87,370 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill. AND UNDER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Centre sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively lever pivot (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 81,550 miles

All Tyre's have been kerbed on side walls.

All brake pipes greased.

Nearside Front Headlamp repaired,but OK.

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Spare tyre defective tyre flat. ()

Fail 14 Nov 2017 81,492 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively cement on screen (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

All Tyre's have been kerbed on side walls.

All brake pipes greased.

Nearside Front Headlamp repaired,but OK.

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Spare tyre defective tyre flat. ()

Pass 30 Nov 2016 74,419 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 74,412 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot strut top mount (2.7.4)

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 Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 67,925 miles

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

center brake light out

Pass 22 Aug 2014 57,221 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 51,415 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 50,055 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 May 2011 46,959 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2010 42,783 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 37,568 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 37,568 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 28,702 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 21,605 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 21,604 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nails and screws in both rear tyres

Pass 3 Nov 2006 15,436 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 15,436 miles

Nearside 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)

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

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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FH53 UYV is a 2004 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 87,244 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 FH53 UYV, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FH53 UYV is a 2004 Citroen Relay, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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