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SN08 RCX

2008 Citroen Relay

Grey Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

147,326 mi
Last recorded147,326 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Relay99,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 RCX
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 147,326 miles

Nearside Outer side panel corroded but not structual

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

superficial corrosion on underside / suspension but not to excess

Fail 14 Nov 2023 147,326 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Outer side panel corroded but not structual

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

superficial corrosion on underside / suspension but not to excess

Pass 19 Dec 2022 141,981 miles

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

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

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

superficial corrosion on underside / suspension but not to excess

Fail 15 Dec 2022 141,981 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

superficial corrosion on underside / suspension but not to excess

Pass 9 Dec 2021 136,791 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 136,791 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Nov 2020 131,785 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 126,166 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 120,515 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 120,515 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2017 114,165 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 21 Nov 2017 114,165 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 104,796 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 93,223 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2014 85,202 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 85,202 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 76,148 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 76,148 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 65,716 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 50,916 miles

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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SN08 RCX is a 2008 Citroen Relay in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 SN08 RCX, 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.

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What year was SN08 RCX registered?

SN08 RCX is a 2008 Citroen Relay, first registered on 10 June 2008.

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