2016 CITROEN RELAY2.2L Diesel

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While it passed the most recent test in January 2026 at 103,457 miles, this followed a significant failure in December 2025. That previous failure flagged multiple mechanical issues, including an engine management light, serious shock absorber leaks, and suspension wear. The trend suggests that faults are only addressed when they threaten the MOT certificate, leading to a cycle of deteriorating mechanical condition between annual testing intervals. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. There is a notable period of high usage between July 2023 (81,090 miles) and September 2024 (97,011 miles), where over 16,000 miles were covered in just sixteen months. However, the rate has slowed significantly recently, with only 6,346 miles recorded between the September 2024 test and the January 2026 test. This fluctuation in usage often correlates with uneven wear patterns on components like brakes and suspension bushings. A buyer must inspect the front suspension and braking system thoroughly. The record shows recurring issues with front suspension arm bushes and track rod ends, alongside a serious leak on the offside front shock absorber in 2025. The brakes have a history of thin pads, scored discs, and low parking brake efficiency, indicating that the system may be nearing the end of its life. Given the engine management light was reported in late 2025, a diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no latent faults were simply cleared without being repaired.