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LJ52 BWU

2002 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,040 mi
Last recorded118,040 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Citroen Relay84,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 BWU
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 118,040 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2016 118,040 miles

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

Front Headlamp insecure both (1.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Front 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 Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings seal by rear wheel (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings by rear wheel (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 115,446 miles

both rear indicators discoloured

corrosion to body

nearside and offside front outer driveshaft gaiters leaking

possible engine mounting worn

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 3 Jun 2014 109,204 miles

headlamp lenses deteriorating and condensated

nearside and offside outer driveshaft gaiters leaking

nearside headlamp mounts broken - lamp still secure

Pass 28 May 2013 102,679 miles

'Knock' from front - no fault found

nearside front brake pads appear wearing thin

possible play in top suspension mounts

rear suspension bumpstops deteriorating

slight damage to windscreen

Fail 15 May 2013 102,558 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

'Knock' from front - no fault found

nearside front brake pads appear wearing thin

nearside headlamp slight loose - still secure and beam pattern not affected

rear suspension bumpstops deteriorating

slight damage to windscreen

Pass 1 Jun 2012 96,784 miles

offside headlamp slight loose internally

oil leak

slight play in front wheel bearings

wipers deteriorating

Pass 21 Jun 2010 90,270 miles

'Knock' from front - possible suspension arm bushes

front number plate damaged

nearside rear indicator faded

vehicle appears leaning on offside front - no fault found

Fail 18 Jun 2010 90,254 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

'Knock' from front - possible suspension arm bushes

front number plate damaged

nearside rear indicator faded

offside headlamp damaged

vehicle appears leaning on offside front - no fault found

Pass 17 Jun 2008 77,698 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 69,414 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

n/s o/s/f brake hose clamps insecure

Pass 10 Oct 2005 61,672 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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LJ52 BWU is a 2002 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 84,855 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 LJ52 BWU, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ52 BWU registered?

LJ52 BWU is a 2002 Citroen Relay, first registered on 11 October 2002.

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