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YG05 PWJ

2005 Citroen Relay

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

153,612 mi
Last recorded153,612 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Relay90,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 PWJ
MakeCitroen
ModelRelay
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 153,612 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 153,536 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FRONT AND REAR INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 152,766 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2022 152,766 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 150,347 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2021 150,346 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Seat belt not functioning as intended receiver not working (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 139,269 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT AND REAR CHASSIS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 136,678 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

tyres persished

Fail 2 Jul 2018 136,678 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

tyres persished

Fail 18 Apr 2017 136,659 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges worn, nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 133,828 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 123,548 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 123,848 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 96,245 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 96,245 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 81,004 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 64,927 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 43,671 miles

Front 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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YG05 PWJ is a 2005 Citroen Relay in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 YG05 PWJ, 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 YG05 PWJ registered?

YG05 PWJ is a 2005 Citroen Relay, first registered on 14 March 2005.

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