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PE05 VNN

2005 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

111,935 mi
Last recorded111,935 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE05 VNN
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 111,935 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 111,890 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 111,296 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 108,671 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 108,474 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 104,988 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 104,729 miles
Pass 3 May 2021 102,754 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 98,981 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 98,820 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 98,820 miles

clutch hydraulic pipe corroded

eml light on

oil warning light flashing

slight play nearside front suspension arm rear bush

Pass 18 Apr 2016 98,822 miles

eml light on

Fail 18 Apr 2016 98,820 miles

Fuel system component leaking rear heater /under vehicle (7.2.3)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

eml light on

Pass 5 May 2015 98,820 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 98,820 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 97,262 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 88,612 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 88,608 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 79,665 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 76,393 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 69,741 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 48,627 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 40,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 40,317 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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PE05 VNN is a 2005 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 90,685 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 PE05 VNN, 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 21 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PE05 VNN registered?

PE05 VNN is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is PE05 VNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE05 VNN shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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