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FL53 VWP

2003 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

138,837 mi
Last recorded138,837 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Citroen Relay84,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 VWP
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2012 138,837 miles

Battery slides in tray, secure one side

Emgine Management light remains on

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 138,825 miles

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

Offside 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)

Battery slides in tray, secure one side

Emgine Management light remains on

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 128,106 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 128,106 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 113,749 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2008 113,749 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 86,857 miles

o\s\r tyre inner side wall cut no cords visible

Pass 29 Sep 2006 72,762 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

rear seat section removed at time of test

windscreen scratched not affecting drivers view

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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FL53 VWP is a 2003 Citroen Relay in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FL53 VWP, 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 FL53 VWP registered?

FL53 VWP is a 2003 Citroen Relay, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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