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LY57 KNH

2008 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,492 mi
Last recorded179,492 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 179,492 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

underbody underseal and corrosion

Pass 13 May 2025 178,199 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

vehicle chassis slight surface rust build up

Fail 7 May 2025 178,198 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

vehicle chassis slight surface rust build up

Fail 18 Dec 2024 177,768 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 176,508 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 176,506 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2022 174,250 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 174,245 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 173,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 173,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 170,508 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 170,489 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 168,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Jan 2020 168,723 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 166,050 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 161,194 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 157,083 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' inner/outer (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 153,006 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases inner and corroded (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 150,603 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 146,363 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 123,152 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 86,963 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 61,361 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 61,361 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear exhaust box rubber mounts perished. Held on by secondry supports only.

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 KNH is a 2008 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LY57 KNH, 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 KNH registered?

LY57 KNH is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 21 January 2008.

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