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SH56 CVT

2006 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

227,501 mi
Last recorded227,501 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Citroen Relay89,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 CVT
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 227,501 miles

All exhaust mounting rubbers splitting & perished but still intact-one rubber not in use due to different location of bracket in manufacture of silencer

Both rear bump stops deteriorated

Engine oil leak(s) none deemed excessive

Nearside Front Outer constant velocity gaiter deteriorated & small seepage of grease visible-not likely to cause ingress of dirt

Offside Front shock absorber leaking but not deemed excessive

Offside Rear Lower shock absorber rubber bush split & deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Offside headlamp upper mounting bracket broken but remaining brackets providing sufficient security for correct beam pattern & aim.

Fail 16 Feb 2019 227,313 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

All exhaust mounting rubbers splitting & perished but still intact-one rubber not in use due to different location of bracket in manufacture of silencer

Both rear bump stops deteriorated

Coolant level below minimum-monitor

Engine oil leak(s) none deemed excessive

Nearside Front Outer constant velocity gaiter deteriorated & small seepage of grease visible-not likely to cause ingress of dirt

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

Offside Front shock absorber leaking but not deemed excessive

Offside Rear Lower shock absorber rubber bush split & deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Offside headlamp upper mounting bracket broken but remaining brackets providing sufficient security for correct beam pattern & aim.

Power steering rack leaking oil slightly-monitor

Vehicle fully loaded-on rear bump stops

Pass 13 Feb 2018 213,856 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 201,070 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 200,892 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 187,776 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Slight bind on rear offside brake

Slight noise on front offside wheel bearing

Fail 25 Jan 2016 187,348 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Slight bind on rear offside brake

Slight noise on front offside wheel bearing

Fail 6 Feb 2015 172,229 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 172,229 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 165,691 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 107,133 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 10 Dec 2011 70,860 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 70,860 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 42,241 miles

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

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

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

offside mirror glass cracked

Pass 2 Nov 2009 34,436 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Nov 2009 34,436 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear 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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SH56 CVT is a 2006 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2006 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 89,835 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 SH56 CVT, 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 20 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SH56 CVT registered?

SH56 CVT is a 2006 Citroen Relay, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is SH56 CVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 CVT shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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