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LY57 EXX

2008 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

142,599 mi
Last recorded142,599 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 EXX
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2020 142,599 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018

Central exhaust deteriorated

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 113,860 miles

EML light on

Pass 28 Jan 2016 97,931 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2016 97,931 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jan 2015 77,922 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 77,922 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 47,821 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 47,821 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 42,072 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 32,961 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 26,024 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 26,024 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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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LY57 EXX is a 2008 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LY57 EXX, 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.

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What year was LY57 EXX registered?

LY57 EXX is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is LY57 EXX safe to buy?

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