2015 Citroen Relay 2.2L Diesel · CV65 MTY

A pattern of front-end steering wear and minor body defects emerges as the defining mechanical characteristic of this 2015 Citroen Relay, with the most recent MOT on 28 February 2026 recording a pass only three days after a failure on 25 February 2026, suggesting the failed items were rectified quickly in advance of the retest. The February 2026 pass carried advisories for an offside rear discoloured direction indicator, play in the offside front steering rack inner joint, and an offside rear tyre with perishing or cracking, alongside a minor for both nearside and offside front track rod end ball joint dust covers that were damaged but still preventing dirt ingress. Across the seven recorded tests spanning 2019 to 2026, there has been one outright failure, with the remainder passing, but the steering and front suspension components have surfaced consistently, indicating a progressive wear pattern rather than isolated incidents. Recorded mileage of 81,644 miles over an eleven-year service life equates to roughly 7,422 miles per year, which is broadly in line with typical usage for a commercial vehicle of this age and type. There is, however, a notable gap in testing history between September 2019 and February 2021, during which the vehicle accumulated mileage without recorded DVSA inspection, and another between February 2021 and February 2022, meaning two short stretches where condition was not externally verified. The mileage progression between tests is consistent with steady commercial or light fleet use, and the cumulative effect of this on consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and steering linkages is beginning to show, particularly in the front axle components flagged in 2026. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the steering and suspension assembly, given the advisory on the offside front steering rack inner joint play and the minor defects on both track rod end ball joint dust covers. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocks from the front end over uneven surfaces, particularly when turning into kerbs or speed humps, and feel for any vagueness, looseness, or juddering through the steering wheel, which would suggest the rack joint wear has progressed beyond what the advisory implies. Inspect both front track rod end boots for splits or perished rubber that may now be allowing dirt ingress, and check for uneven front tyre wear which often accompanies worn steering linkages. The offside rear tyre perishing advisory also warrants a physical inspection for sidewall cracking, as perished rubber can develop into more serious structural failures under load. The remaining advisories are largely cosmetic or minor but should still be assessed. The recurring offside obligatory mirror damage, noted as a minor in 2023, 2024, and again in February 2026, suggests either repeated damage to the same component or a repair that has not held, so verify mirror adjustment and stability, particularly for any vibration at speed that could impair rear visibility. The offside rear light lens damage flagged in 2022 and the discoloured direction indicator in 2026 should be inspected for water ingress or compromised sealing, which on commercial vehicles can lead to bulb holder corrosion and intermittent electrical faults. Finally, check the front brake pad wear sensor wiring noted as damaged in 2023, as a frayed or trapped sensor wire can produce false dashboard warnings or, if left unattended, lead to uneven pad wear going undetected, and ensure the front brake discs are inspected for lipping or surface corrosion given the vehicle's age and accumulated mileage.