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LY08 SVP

2008 Citroen Relay

Blue Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,429 mi
Last recorded125,429 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 SVP
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 125,429 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2015 125,429 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 101,610 miles

eml light is on

hand brake near limit of travel

Fail 6 Mar 2014 101,050 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

eml light is on

hand brake near limit of travel

Pass 7 Mar 2013 73,538 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 73,537 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 7 Sep 2011 39,153 miles

front brake pads wearing low.

rear brake pads wearing low.

washer jets partially blocked.

Fail 5 Sep 2011 39,153 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake pads wearing low.

rear brake pads wearing low.

washer jets partially blocked.

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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LY08 SVP is a 2008 Citroen Relay in Blue with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 99,132 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 LY08 SVP, 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 18 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LY08 SVP?

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What year was LY08 SVP registered?

LY08 SVP is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is LY08 SVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 SVP shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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