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HY04 MKU

2004 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

116,088 mi
Last recorded116,088 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Citroen Relay87,244 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY04 MKU
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2018 116,088 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear/mid cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded brake hose mounting (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

battery poor

coolant cap missing

corrosion to the nearside front jacking point outrigger

engine / transmission oil weepage

the nearside inner and outer sills corroded

the offside front tyre is worn on the edges

Pass 3 Jul 2017 114,797 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulders (4.1.E.1)

all welding repairs undersealed unable to fully inspect

Fail 3 Jul 2017 114,787 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Body has a projection caused by corrosion inner floor outer skin (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Outer Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion skin sill (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulders (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 114,371 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 109,097 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 100,877 miles

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

excessive corrosion n/s inner and outer sills not considered structral recomend repair has been covered recommend welding

Fail 4 Jun 2014 100,877 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

clutchpedal rubber u/s

n/s inner & outer sills excessivly corroded within 30cm of perscribed area but has chassis benfit given to presenter needs repair

Pass 6 Mar 2013 86,689 miles

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

presenter has ordered new brake pedal rubber taped repair meets requirements at time of test

steering coulum dust rubber split recommend replacement

Fail 2 Mar 2013 86,688 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

n/s/r service brake lazy

steering coulum dust rubber split recommend replacement

Pass 16 Feb 2012 68,924 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 57,240 miles

Front bumper insecure

offside and nearside front strut top mounts stiff to rotate

Fail 4 Feb 2011 57,240 miles

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

Front bumper insecure

centre stop lamp damaged

offside and nearside front strut top mounts stiff to rotate

Pass 5 Feb 2010 42,945 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 42,945 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 34,972 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 34,972 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 28,158 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 28,158 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 23 Feb 2007 21,982 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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HY04 MKU is a 2004 Citroen Relay in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 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 HY04 MKU, 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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HY04 MKU is a 2004 Citroen Relay, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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