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FV08 FHU

2008 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

239,596 mi
Last recorded239,596 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 FHU
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 239,596 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 236,208 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 232,291 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 231,613 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 226,820 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 226,139 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 226,912 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 226,912 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 225,198 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 225,197 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 224,126 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 224,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 221,993 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 221,992 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 217,787 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 217,785 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 188,285 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 184,452 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 155,981 miles

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

exhaust flexi deteriorating

exhaust rubbers split

Pass 12 May 2011 106,830 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 106,830 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FV08 FHU is a 2008 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 99,132 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 FV08 FHU, 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 18 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV08 FHU registered?

FV08 FHU is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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