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PE05 VRM

2005 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

129,156 mi
Last recorded129,156 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 129,156 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 120,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limit on outer tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limit on outer tread (4.1.E.1)

corrosion to ns outer sill

nsf jacking point insecure due to corrosion

Fail 29 Oct 2015 120,095 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle ns 185 os 312 40% (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect water ingress (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced ns202 os123 36% (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limit on outer tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limit on outer tread (4.1.E.1)

corrosion to ns outer sill

nsf jacking point insecure due to corrosion

Pass 14 Oct 2014 110,043 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all suspension components rusty

Pass 15 Apr 2013 109,833 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all exhaust rubber mountings badly perishing

Fail 28 Mar 2013 109,833 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all exhaust rubber mountings badly perishing

Pass 13 Oct 2011 105,145 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 220,278 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 186,221 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 152,140 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 116,339 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 VRM is a 2005 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VRM, 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 VRM registered?

PE05 VRM is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 12 April 2005.

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