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FV55 XVU

2006 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,553 mi
Last recorded116,553 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Citroen Relay89,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 XVU
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 116,553 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 114,002 miles

Front Both brake discs wearing thin

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across bulk head (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring heavily corroded

Offside Rear Leaf spring heavily corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 114,002 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Both brake discs wearing thin

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across bulk head (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring heavily corroded

Offside Rear Leaf spring heavily corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 105,032 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner panel to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 97,166 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front headlamp lens misted

Offside Front headlamp lens misted

Pass 14 May 2016 89,147 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 82,639 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 75,563 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

wiper blades worn

Pass 20 Mar 2013 65,472 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 67,508 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 64,028 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 60,918 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 60,876 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 56,287 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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FV55 XVU is a 2006 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 89,835 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 FV55 XVU, 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 20 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV55 XVU registered?

FV55 XVU is a 2006 Citroen Relay, first registered on 27 February 2006.

Is FV55 XVU safe to buy?

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