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R8 LYF

2008 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

79,924 mi
Last recorded79,924 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 LYF
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 79,924 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 76,789 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 75,342 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 73,830 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 71,813 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 71,037 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 68,868 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 67,557 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 64,954 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 62,904 miles

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.B.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 59,094 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 56,978 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 57,621 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 36,140 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 24,632 miles

2 exhaust rubbers perished

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres on 3mm

slight cut in o/s/f tyre outer sidewall not showing cord

temporary repair to n/s wing mirror

Fail 19 Aug 2011 24,624 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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R8 LYF is a 2008 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 99,132 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 R8 LYF, 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 18 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R8 LYF?

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What year was R8 LYF registered?

R8 LYF is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is R8 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 LYF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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