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LA12 CNV

2012 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

32,741 mi
Last recorded32,741 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen Relay93,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 CNV
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 32,741 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower control arm rearward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower control arm rearward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Underseal applied to sills and areas previously mentioned on previous MOT. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2025 32,741 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower control arm rearward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower control arm rearward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Underseal applied to sills and areas previously mentioned on previous MOT. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2023 32,676 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side very low performance (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side performance low (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill not welded all way around (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner wheel arches near leg mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear chassis near both rear spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

gears stiff

Pass 10 Aug 2022 31,494 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded from standing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. performance low (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

gear linkage stiff working

hand brake travel

rear sitting on bump stops

under side needs oil spray

Pass 7 Aug 2021 29,951 miles

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Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

hand brake travel

rear van seating on bump stops

smoke reading high just passed test

Fail 3 Aug 2021 29,942 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Valve stem seriously damaged both fronts (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

hand brake travel

rear van seating on bump stops

smoke reading high just passed test

Pass 13 Aug 2020 26,849 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

hand brake travel

Pass 25 Jul 2019 22,039 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 16,343 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 13,125 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 13,125 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 10,961 miles

both front tyres perishing

Fail 8 Aug 2016 10,958 miles

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

both front tyres perishing

Pass 14 Aug 2015 8,776 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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LA12 CNV is a 2012 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2012 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 93,940 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 LA12 CNV, 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 14 years old, this Citroen Relay is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LA12 CNV registered?

LA12 CNV is a 2012 Citroen Relay, first registered on 15 August 2012.

Is LA12 CNV safe to buy?

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