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RK53 HXP

2004 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

147,253 mi
Last recorded147,253 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 Citroen Relay87,244 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 HXP
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 Feb 2015 147,253 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

advancing under body corrosion

o/s/f chassi corroded and weak

o/s/f tyre on limits

Pass 22 Feb 2012 146,636 miles

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

n/s/r lamp damaged

o/s mirror damaged

Fail 22 Feb 2012 146,636 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

n/s/r lamp damaged

o/s mirror damaged

Pass 1 Mar 2011 137,034 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside lower mirror damaged.

Pass 11 Mar 2010 123,115 miles

DAMAGE TO N/S/R LIGHT LENSE

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 8 Mar 2010 123,115 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Coolant leak

DAMAGE TO N/S/R LIGHT LENSE

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 97,551 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 97,551 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 71,233 miles

SIGNS OF DIESEL ON UNDERSIDE OF FUEL TANK

Fail 3 Mar 2008 71,049 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

SIGNS OF DIESEL ON UNDERSIDE OF FUEL TANK

Pass 8 Feb 2007 50,123 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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RK53 HXP is a 2004 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 87,244 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 RK53 HXP, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK53 HXP registered?

RK53 HXP is a 2004 Citroen Relay, first registered on 16 February 2004.

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