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PJ05 XFS

2005 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,053 mi
Last recorded103,053 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 XFS
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 103,053 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2019 103,039 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 98,826 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2018 98,818 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire by pump (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 94,113 miles

Front both chassis corroded

Rear exhaust box corroded

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 90,245 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 84,149 miles

both rear tyres perished

oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2014 76,040 miles

both front tyres low tread,exhaust mounts perrishing.

Pass 6 Aug 2013 66,884 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 58,624 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 58,621 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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

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

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 53,618 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 45,274 miles

handbrake high exhaust rubbers perrishing

Fail 18 May 2010 45,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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

offside rear light unit slightly loose

rear exhaust rubbers split but still supporting exhaust

underside of vehicle very muddy when tested

Pass 20 May 2009 39,031 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 30,154 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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PJ05 XFS is a 2005 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PJ05 XFS, 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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PJ05 XFS is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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