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SY05 OBF

2005 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

75,794 mi
Last recorded75,794 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 OBF
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2017 75,794 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged 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)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Corrosion at n/s (outwith prescribed area)

Fail 26 Oct 2016 69,294 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tail lift corroded and insecure

Pass 19 Oct 2015 59,329 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 51,831 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 51,828 miles

Speed limiter plate not clearly and indelibly marked with the set speed (6.5.A.2a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2013 46,519 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 46,519 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 39,450 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 34,023 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 28,631 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 24,062 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 17,063 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 17,024 miles

Speed limiter plate missing (6.5.A.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 11,053 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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SY05 OBF is a 2005 Citroen Relay in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 90,685 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 SY05 OBF, 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 21 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY05 OBF registered?

SY05 OBF is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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