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FL53 VXV

2003 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

79,253 mi
Last recorded79,253 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen Relay84,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 VXV
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2014 79,253 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

both front headlamps have tape on lenses

nearside front window missing / filled in

nearside mirror glass loose

offside rear light unit broken

some seats missing at time of test

Pass 21 Aug 2013 70,669 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 70,669 miles

Nearside passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 64,578 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 64,578 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 57,351 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 51,179 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Aug 2010 51,179 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Centre Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2009 45,589 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 45,589 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.2.4b)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.1.B.6a)

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 39,639 miles

slight wear side door top latch

Pass 14 Aug 2007 33,341 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 28,266 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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FL53 VXV 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 FL53 VXV, 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 VXV registered?

FL53 VXV is a 2003 Citroen Relay, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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