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YD02 FVZ

2002 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests21 (10 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate47.6%

Mileage

101,736 mi
Last recorded101,736 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Relay84,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD02 FVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 11 fail
Fail 27 Jul 2017 101,736 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and offside rear (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sills to floor areas and outriggers. (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion and offside front inner arches (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively and offside (3.7.B.3)

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

all underbody has light corrosion.

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Aug 2016 100,430 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion and offside front (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

exhaust system deteriated

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill to floor areas (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2016 100,428 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

exhaust system deteriated

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion and offside front (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill to floor areas (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 95,278 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

all underbody has light corrosion.

Fail 5 Aug 2015 95,255 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

all underbody has light corrosion.

Pass 4 Aug 2014 93,112 miles

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

Oil leak

underside dry

Fail 4 Aug 2014 93,111 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

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

Oil leak

underside dry

Pass 9 Aug 2013 90,813 miles

Both sides front and rear chassis sections,both sides front inner wheel arches,nearside outer sill,rear crossmember,multiple crossmembers and nearside front inner wheel arch holed.

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

Front registration plate deteriorated

Nearside front suspension leg upper bearing slightly tight

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jun 2012 90,808 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Both sides front and rear chassis sections,both sides front inner wheel arches,nearside outer sill,multiple crossmembers and rear crossmember all corroded

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

Exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Offside front suspension leg upper bearing tight

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 86,250 miles

Both sides floor, both sides chassis, both sides outriggers, nearside front inner wheel arch, front, middle, rear crossmembers all corroded.

Brake pipes greased

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)

Fail 19 May 2011 86,225 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Both sides front floor, chassis and outriggers.Nearside front inner wheel arch lower section.Front, middle and rear crossmembers.Middle and rear chassis sections all corroded.

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2010 76,782 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 76,782 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 66,587 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 66,587 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 26 Apr 2008 53,339 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

TEMP FILLER CAP FITTED

Pass 26 Apr 2008 53,339 miles

TEMP FILLER CAP FITTED

Fail 19 Apr 2007 41,854 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 41,854 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 33,142 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 33,142 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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YD02 FVZ is a 2002 Citroen Relay in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 47.6%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Relay models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 84,855 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 YD02 FVZ, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Relay is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YD02 FVZ is a 2002 Citroen Relay, first registered on 14 March 2002.

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