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HY54 PPU

2004 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

130,077 mi
Last recorded130,077 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Citroen Relay87,244 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY54 PPU
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2020 130,077 miles

Central Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing area chassis multiple holes by brake pipe bracket marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength multiple holes marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing area chassis multiple holes by brake pipe bracket marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded center to offside marked in 2 places with chalk (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength multiple holes marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by radiator crossmember marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember x2 holed marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front inner step area corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

engine mil light on

Pass 14 Jun 2019 122,180 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 114,162 miles

front indicator off colour

rear chassis scabby in places

rear shocks in poor condition

surface corrosion to both front inner wings

Fail 15 Jun 2018 114,160 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding when spun (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

front indicator off colour

rear chassis scabby in places

rear shocks in poor condition

surface corrosion to both front inner wings

Fail 15 Mar 2018 114,154 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch x 1 (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure insecure as securing nut is loose (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint ball joint insecure as bolt is loose (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded back of sill x1 (5.2.6)

Offside engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement engine stabiliser (6.1.D.1a)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front coils have surface corrosion

both front indicators off colour

both sills corroded

gear box mount has play

rear leaf spring 'creaking' but no play in bushes found and securing bolts all tight

wipers poor

Fail 20 Feb 2018 114,142 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis /inner wing jacking point by front suspension arm mount marked in yellow (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded lower tower/ Inner wing marked in yellow (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis /inner wing jacking point by front suspension arm mount marked in yellow (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded lower tower/ Inner wing marked in yellow (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 103,565 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides of vehicle to rear of Subframe (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Pipe above Gearbox viewed from underneath vehicle (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Mar 2017 103,564 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis leg marked in yellow (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides of vehicle to rear of Subframe (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Pipe above Gearbox viewed from underneath vehicle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 96,413 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 92,253 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2015 92,239 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 86,414 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 86,414 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 80,425 miles

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

both front tyres close to legal limit and sidewalls scuffed

both rear tyres sidewalls scuffed

nearside headlamp condensation

Fail 19 Feb 2013 80,415 miles

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

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

both front tyres close to legal limit and sidewalls scuffed

both rear tyres sidewalls scuffed

nearside headlamp condensation

Pass 8 Sep 2011 69,937 miles

all 4tyre are scuffed on sidewall

Pass 6 Sep 2010 62,479 miles

all tyres,sidewalls scuffed

Pass 8 Sep 2009 52,897 miles

stone chip in front screen

Pass 14 Aug 2008 40,234 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

handbrake lever bracket slightly bent

nearside rear side light has one bulb not working

Pass 17 Aug 2007 29,281 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 29,275 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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HY54 PPU is a 2004 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HY54 PPU, 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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HY54 PPU is a 2004 Citroen Relay, first registered on 3 September 2004.

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