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FM04 DCY

2004 Citroen Relay

Silver Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,706 mi
Last recorded154,706 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Citroen Relay87,244 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 DCY
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2019 154,706 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both front indicators flashing white (4.4.3 (a))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s front inner wheelarch corroded through behind wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting n/s inner/outer sills corroded through in places (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting o/s outer sill corroded through along its length and falling off (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear crossmember behind rear spring mountings corroded through along its length (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s chassis section corroded through above front subframe mounting and also chassis section behind n/s front wheel corroded through above subframe bad (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting o/s inner sill corroded through along its length (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front chassis sections above front crossmember corroded through bad (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs pitted on faces advise attention (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on various parts of underbody/chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s chassis section above front subframe corroding bad advise attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 152,535 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 146,040 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 146,040 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2016 136,135 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 127,188 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 120,679 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 111,237 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2012 102,685 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 88,887 miles

play in the steering

Pass 25 Mar 2010 73,965 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 59,361 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 48,151 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

limited rear suspension travel

Pass 21 Mar 2007 38,305 miles

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

n/s/r brake flex slightly twisted

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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FM04 DCY is a 2004 Citroen Relay in Silver with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FM04 DCY, 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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What year was FM04 DCY registered?

FM04 DCY is a 2004 Citroen Relay, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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