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PJ56 WSL

2007 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests29 (15 pass, 14 fail)
Pass rate51.7%

Mileage

124,490 mi
Last recorded124,490 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Citroen Relay97,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ56 WSL
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 14 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 124,490 miles

Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel-arch area on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outer boots leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 122,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 117,227 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 117,208 miles

Nearside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill seam separated area 350 mm ~ long (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged split by hole (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Areas of welding appear poor , well undersealed

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 hoses , 1 mainly covered (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Note ; Sliding door secured closed , unable to open

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Note ; Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 hoses , 1 mainly covered (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall scuffed / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / side wall scuffed / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2024 117,127 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 235 / 65 r 16 c fitted , should be 215 / 75 r16 c (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner panel at outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill panel & forward section below door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner panel at outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp by Reverse lamp (4.5.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished / cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Lamp cluster lens damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Sliding door secured closed , unsure of Condition & function

Note ; Engine oil & coolant levels low

Note ; Parking brake cables incorrectly mounted at support on leaf spring , may affect operation

Note ; Water on battery may cause an issue

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / cracking & side wall scuffed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Door check strap missing

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 112,515 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Note ; Both rear lamp units lenses damaged

Note ; Noise from engine pulley area

Note ; Wiper arms require repositioning

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wall scuffed & nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine , note oil filter corroded , may develop a leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2023 112,439 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords at outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure at inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Note ; Both rear lamp units lenses damaged

Note ; Noise from engine pulley area

Note ; Wiper arms require repositioning

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wall scuffed & nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine , note oil filter corroded , may develop a leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 109,450 miles

Drivers seat damaged to foam.

Exhaust mounting defective X4 rubber exhaust mounts perished. (6.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering rack oily. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Body has damage.

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished + cracking in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Body has damage.

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Light unit damaged.

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Tyre has x2 nails in tread. ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished + cracking in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Unable to see coolant level due to condition of expansion bottle.

Fail 17 Feb 2022 109,424 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light Lens damaged. (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch and body panel. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Within 30 cm of jacking point. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Within 30 cm of jacking point. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Light unit damaged, sharp edges. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch and body panel. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Drivers seat damaged to foam.

Exhaust mounting defective X4 rubber exhaust mounts perished. (6.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering rack oily. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Body has damage.

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished + cracking in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Body has damage.

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Light unit damaged.

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Tyre has x2 nails in tread. ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished + cracking in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Unable to see coolant level due to condition of expansion bottle.

Pass 21 Jan 2021 105,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge areas of main tread at 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Note ; Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Parking brake only just passed at 16%.

Fail 21 Jan 2021 105,008 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge areas of main tread at 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Note ; Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 100,702 miles

Brakes ; Front brake hoses ferrules corroded within rubber covers , cover swollen & splitting

Note ; Noise from Nearside front wheel on rotation , suspect bearing

Note ; various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Pass 5 Jul 2018 97,125 miles

Lighting ; Lamp lense damaged , Nearside rear

Note ; Engine Oil leak & Coolant level low

Note ; Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Tyres ; Nail in tread , Nearside front

Tyres ; Screw in tread & generally perished , Offside rear

Fail 5 Jul 2018 97,125 miles

Lighting ; Lamp lense damaged , Nearside rear

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

Note ; Engine Oil leak & Coolant level low

Note ; Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

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

Tyres ; Nail in tread , Nearside front

Tyres ; Screw in tread & generally perished , Offside rear

Pass 6 Jun 2017 94,521 miles

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

Front wipers smear slightly

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 May 2017 94,520 miles

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Front brakes binding slightly

Front wipers smear slightly

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 90,859 miles

centre stop lamp lens cracked

engine oil low

n/s/f outer c.v boot weeping

n/s/r light lens cracked

Pass 20 Apr 2015 88,519 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre worn on sidewall

upper brake light has slight damage

Fail 15 Apr 2015 88,484 miles

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

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre worn on sidewall

upper brake light has slight damage

Pass 4 Apr 2014 85,733 miles

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

screw in offside rear tyre

Fail 2 Apr 2014 85,733 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

screw in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Nov 2012 81,164 miles

rear exhaust mount rubber starting to split

slight play offside rear spring rear eye bush

Fail 22 Oct 2012 81,115 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Brake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

rear exhaust mount rubber starting to split

Pass 5 Oct 2011 79,088 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Sep 2011 78,922 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

n/s/f wheel slight brake bind

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 Sep 2011 78,789 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 25 Aug 2011 78,712 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside rear tyre

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 10 Feb 2010 76,769 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Jan 2010 76,769 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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PJ56 WSL is a 2007 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 51.7%.

Across all 2007 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 97,518 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PJ56 WSL, 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 19 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PJ56 WSL is a 2007 Citroen Relay, first registered on 5 February 2007.

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