2001 Citroen Relay 2.4L Diesel · Y472 BRM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion across several critical areas. The most recent test in October 2025 at 45,300 miles identified persistent corrosion on the front suspension arms, inner suspension mounts, and the sub-frame. While these areas were not yet deemed seriously weakened by the tester, the recurrence of these faults across 2024 and 2025 indicates that the oxidation is progressing and is not being addressed with preventative measures. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-five-year vehicle, with only 45,300 miles recorded. This averages roughly 1,800 miles per year. There are significant gaps in usage; for instance, the vehicle covered only 558 miles between July 2019 and January 2021, and very little distance over the last four years. This low usage suggests the vehicle has spent long periods stationary, which often explains the degradation of rubber components and the accelerated corrosion of metal surfaces like brake pipes and subframes despite the lack of mechanical wear on the drivetrain. Specific attention must be paid to the braking system and structural integrity. The record shows a long-term issue with corroded rear brake pipes, dating back to 2017 and resulting in a failure in June 2019. The presence of grease on these pipes as noted in recent tests is often an attempt to hide the extent of the rust. A buyer should thoroughly inspect the sub-frame and suspension mounting points to ensure the corrosion has not moved beyond surface level into structural thinning, as the tester consistently flagged these areas as points of concern.