2019 Citroen Relay 2.0L Diesel · BX68 AEK

The most recent DVSA MOT examination was conducted on 6 July 2025, at which point the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded. Reviewing the broader test history, the maintenance trend is exceptionally stable, with each annual examination since 2020 returning an outright pass. The only items noted across seven years of testing are two minor advisories, one for smearing wiper blades in 2023 and one for a poor condition centre parking brake cable in 2022. Neither of these is cause for immediate concern, but their presence demonstrates a typical pattern of small consumable and chassis wear items being identified over time rather than any underlying mechanical decline. A prospective buyer can therefore take considerable reassurance from a clean, consistent pass history with no recorded failures whatsoever. Turning to the recorded mileage of 11,148 miles against a vehicle age of approximately seven years, this equates to an average of around 1,593 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for any motor vehicle, let alone a commercial platform such as the Citroen Relay. Such low annual usage strongly suggests extended periods of standing or very light, infrequent operation. While low mileage reduces wear to internal engine and drivetrain components, it introduces specific age-related concerns that are not always reflected on the MOT record. The risk profile shifts away from high-mileage consumable wear and towards calendar-based degradation of components that deteriorate simply through age and lack of regular use. For a buyer inspecting this vehicle, the priority checks should focus on the typical failure modes associated with light-use commercial vehicles of this age. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking from age, as rubber compounds harden and degrade with time regardless of tread depth. The braking system warrants particular attention, as prolonged standing can lead to corrosion of the brake discs and seizing or binding of the brake calipers; during a test drive, listen for scraping, juddering under pedal application, or any pulling to one side. The handbrake mechanism, especially the centre cable previously flagged in poor condition, should be operated to confirm full travel and effective locking on an incline. Underneath the vehicle, inspect for surface corrosion on suspension components, exhaust system, and structural areas, as light commercial vehicles are often worked hard in service even when road mileage is modest. Finally, attention should be given to time-served rather than mileage-served items. The 12V battery is highly likely to be in poor condition or original, given the low usage pattern, and should be load-tested or replaced as a matter of course. Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid all degrade on a calendar basis and should be checked and likely refreshed regardless of current service book intervals. Diesel-specific concerns for the Relay include potential fuel system issues from infrequent use, such as water contamination in the fuel filter, corroded injector connectors, or DPF concerns if the vehicle has predominantly completed only short journeys. Verify that the service book contains documented stamps and that the cam belt or timing chain replacement interval is understood based on age rather than purely mileage. A thorough inspection of these age-related items, combined with the reassuringly clean MOT history, should give a confident buyer a complete picture of the vehicle's roadworthy condition.