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LV51 LBJ

2001 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

151,397 mi
Last recorded151,397 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Citroen Relay77,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 LBJ
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 11 Dec 2017 151,397 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber mounts missing (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner / outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner / outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Rear light lens damaged / typed

center inner sill corroded out of prescribed areas

corrosion by front brake hoses both sides

Pass 16 Dec 2016 147,110 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 147,110 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195 70 15c (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 144,405 miles

Nearside Front tyre slight wear on outside edge

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 22 Dec 2015 144,405 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported mounts missing (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre slight wear on outside edge

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 139,004 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 131,272 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 131,272 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 118,006 miles

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

both front brake pipes slight corrosion

brake pedal rubber worn

centre exhaust rubber perishing

offside rear tyre damage on outer side wall

offside rear tyre feathered on tread

washers just hit the screen

Pass 1 Mar 2011 111,331 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 108,258 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 103,137 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 103,137 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 97,136 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 97,136 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 87,702 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 76,290 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 76,290 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LV51 LBJ is a 2001 Citroen Relay in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2001 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 77,523 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 LV51 LBJ, 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 25 years old, this Citroen Relay is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LV51 LBJ is a 2001 Citroen Relay, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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