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MJ08 MVC

2008 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

191,754 mi
Last recorded191,754 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 MVC
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 191,754 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outter step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2024 180,551 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 173,981 miles

Nearside Upper Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Nov 2023 173,981 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Upper Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 171,053 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 165,515 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 165,716 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 156,842 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 145,637 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 145,612 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 136,752 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes corroded but not affecting strength or operation (3.6.B.2c)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in rack ends (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 14 Sep 2017

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes corroded but not affecting strength or operation (3.6.B.2c)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in rack ends (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working bulb fitted (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working bulb fitted (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported new support rubber fitted (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 113,908 miles

Nearside Rear Body X member corroded and holed

Pass 4 Aug 2015 99,119 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 80,961 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 66,400 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 53,750 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 41,048 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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MJ08 MVC is a 2008 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MJ08 MVC, 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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MJ08 MVC is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 22 August 2008.

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