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P262 TUY

1997 Citroen Relay

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

75,860 mi
Last recorded75,860 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Citroen Relay107,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP262 TUY
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 75,860 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 75,813 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 75,706 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 72,610 miles

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 inner and outer sills both sides patched and repaired (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear all areas heavy in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 72,610 miles

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 inner and outer sills both sides patched and repaired (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear all areas heavy in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2016 72,594 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 72,545 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 72,019 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 71,692 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 68,517 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 68,517 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 May 2011 66,003 miles

Corrosion to O/S front inner wing (adjacent to engine mount)

Fail 17 May 2011 66,003 miles

Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Corrosion to O/S front inner wing (adjacent to engine mount)

Pass 25 May 2010 65,561 miles

Handbrake linkage stiff in operation.

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 May 2009 63,420 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 62,986 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 60,066 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

corrosion on steering ,suspension, brake pipes & unions

Pass 20 Apr 2007 56,441 miles

general rust and corrosion under side of vehicle to suspension brakes inner sills and floor

rear bump stops rotten

Fail 20 Apr 2007 56,441 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

general rust and corrosion under side of vehicle to suspension brakes inner sills and floor

rear bump stops rotten

Pass 12 Apr 2006 52,167 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 11 Apr 2006 52,167 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

handbrake cable rusty

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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P262 TUY is a 1997 Citroen Relay in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 107,779 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 P262 TUY, 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 29 years old, this Citroen Relay is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P262 TUY registered?

P262 TUY is a 1997 Citroen Relay, first registered on 12 March 1997.

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