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FH53 YBY

2004 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

37,795 mi
Last recorded37,795 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Citroen Relay87,244 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 37,795 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nsf rear of subframe /wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nsr rear leaf spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 36,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

coil springs corroding

exhaust corroding

front brake discs corroding

rear tyres perrishing

surface corrosion emerging on underside

Fail 1 Nov 2018 36,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

coil springs corroding

exhaust corroding

front brake discs corroding

rear tyres perrishing

surface corrosion emerging on underside

Pass 17 Nov 2017 35,613 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front wiper worn

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all tyres perishing

surface rust on under side of van

Fail 27 Oct 2017 35,593 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported inner wheel arch (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch marked with white chalk (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings marked with white chalk (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 2x corrosion holes marked with white chalk (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch marked with white chalk (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings marked with white chalk (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both front chassis legs corroded (6.1.B.2)

all four tyres are cracked and perished

Pass 12 Oct 2016 33,823 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 31,525 miles

front pads appear low remove wheels to confirm condition

rear axle brake imbalance

rear tyres are perished on the sidewall

Fail 22 Oct 2015 31,519 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL MARKED WITH CHALK (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTER SILL MARKED WITH CHALK (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL MARKED WITH CHALK (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

front pads appear low remove wheels to confirm condition

rear axle brake imbalance

rear tyres are perished on the sidewall

Pass 24 Oct 2014 29,396 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

both rear tyres sidewalls perishimg tyre over 11 years old

Pass 21 Oct 2013 27,927 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r tyre sidewall showing signs of deterioration

Fail 16 Oct 2013 27,886 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r tyre sidewall showing signs of deterioration

Pass 17 Oct 2012 26,770 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front wipers perishing

osr tyre sidewall cracking advise change both rear tyres made in 2003

Pass 30 Sep 2011 24,855 miles

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

offside rear tyre as age cracks

Fail 26 Sep 2011 24,852 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

offside rear tyre as age cracks

Pass 2 Oct 2010 22,306 miles

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

nearside rear signs of tyre rubbing on body

Fail 27 Sep 2010 22,305 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside rear signs of tyre rubbing on body

Pass 8 Oct 2009 19,825 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 19,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 17,505 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 17,500 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 14,972 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 14,971 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 12,635 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 12,634 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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 YBY is a 2004 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 FH53 YBY, 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 YBY is a 2004 Citroen Relay, first registered on 27 January 2004.

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