2008 Citroen Relay 2.2L Diesel · FL08 FAA

The Citroen Relay presents a stable maintenance trend, passing its last three MOT tests without a single defect. The most recent examination on 13 July 2024 at 181,611 miles yielded a completely clean bill of health, indicating no immediate mechanical or structural faults at that time. A critical observation remains that this MOT expired roughly a year ago, meaning the vehicle currently holds no valid certificate and its present roadworthiness remains unverified. Accumulating 181,611 miles over eighteen years results in an average annual mileage of roughly 10,090 miles, a typical figure for a commercial van of this age. The recorded data reveals a notable fluctuation in usage patterns. Between the June 2022 test at 172,381 miles and the November 2023 test at 178,133 miles, the van covered 5,752 miles over seventeen months. The subsequent period until the July 2024 test saw a reduced accumulation of just 3,478 miles in eight months, pointing toward lighter recent use or potential periods of standing. Despite the clean MOT record, the absence of a current certificate necessitates a thorough pre-purchase inspection. A buyer must verify the structural integrity of the chassis and load floor, as commercial vans of this age frequently suffer from corrosion and fatigue cracking, especially around suspension mounting points and subframes. The extended period since the last test warrants a close examination of the braking system; binding calipers or corroded brake discs can develop rapidly during prolonged standing. Suspension components, particularly the rear leaf springs and front coil springs, require checking for sagging or fractures given the vehicle's age and commercial duty cycle. Tyre condition demands scrutiny too, as rubber perishes over time regardless of tread depth, and the recent low mileage accumulation increases the risk of flat-spotting or sidewall degradation from standing.