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FP53 YUA

2003 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,413 mi
Last recorded85,413 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Citroen Relay84,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 YUA
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2011 85,413 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front direction indicators becomming pale in colour

both rear tyres perrishing and slightly curb damaged outer sidewalls

offside rear bump stop deteriorated

Fail 11 Mar 2011 85,404 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front direction indicators becomming pale in colour

both rear tyres perrishing and slightly curb damaged outer sidewalls

engine coolant below minimum level

offside rear bump stop deteriorated

Pass 4 Jan 2008 82,335 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 82,335 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

heavy oil leaks on rear of engine

Pass 18 Dec 2006 60,611 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leaks on back of engine

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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FP53 YUA is a 2003 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FP53 YUA, 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 FP53 YUA registered?

FP53 YUA is a 2003 Citroen Relay, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is FP53 YUA safe to buy?

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