2022 Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 Eprise Bhdi S/S 2.2L Diesel · LB22 WFN

The most recent DVSA MOT test recorded for this 2022 Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 E-Prise BlueHDi Start/Stop on 11 August 2025 shows a pass with no defects or advisories recorded against the vehicle. On the same date, however, a failure entry is also logged, which typically indicates that an initial test was failed and a subsequent re-test was carried out and passed within the same working day or shortly thereafter. Because no specific defect categories or failure points have been recorded in the data provided to me, I am unable to pinpoint the exact cause of that initial failure, but the overall trend is that the vehicle subsequently achieved a clean pass with no advisories, which is a positive indicator of stable maintenance. With no outstanding advisories from the 2025 test, there are no documented items flagged for imminent attention based on official records, though the absence of defect data should not be interpreted as a fully comprehensive mechanical condition report. With a recorded mileage of 71,087 miles over approximately four years of service, this Relay is averaging around 17,772 miles annually, which is notably high for a commercial vehicle of this age and suggests consistent, intensive operational use. High annual mileage of this nature accelerates wear on all major consumable and drivetrain components, including brake friction material and discs, clutch and dual-mass flywheel wear (if applicable), suspension bushes, coil springs, engine oil service intervals, diesel particulate filter soot loading, and turbocharger bearings. The mileage profile is continuous rather than sporadic, which is generally favourable for diesel engine longevity as it avoids prolonged standing periods that can lead to oil glazing, DPF regeneration faults, moisture accumulation in the exhaust system, and battery degradation. However, the cumulative wear means that a prospective buyer should anticipate that several major service items may now be approaching their replacement thresholds, particularly if the vehicle has been serviced strictly to manufacturer intervals rather than more frequent commercial-use schedules. Given the clean MOT record and the high operational mileage, the primary inspection focus should be on consumables and items subject to wear per mile. On a physical inspection, all four tyres should be checked closely for tread depth uniformity, shoulder wear patterns indicating alignment or suspension geometry issues, and any sidewall perishing or cracking given that tyres on commercial vans are often replaced well before they age out, but budget replacements may show early degradation. Brake discs and pads should be examined for wear thickness, disc lipping, and any signs of binding calipers which are common on vans used for frequent stop-start urban work. The condition of the front suspension, including anti-roll bar bushes, wishbone bushes, drop links, and coil springs, should be assessed by manually rocking the vehicle and checking for play, while a road test should include driving over uneven surfaces to listen for clonking or knocking from worn bushes or top mounts. Particular attention should also be paid to the clutch feel and any signs of slipping, juddering, or grazing noises that would indicate impending replacement. Beyond mechanical wear items, this high-mileage diesel van warrants specific attention to its emissions and aftertreatment systems, as the BlueHDi engine relies on a diesel particulate filter and selective catalytic reduction system which can become problematic under heavy use. During a test drive, the engine should be observed for any warning lights on the dashboard, particularly the DPF and AdBlue indicators, and the engine should run smoothly without excessive smoke on startup or under load. The 12V battery should be load-tested as commercial vehicles often have multiple discharge cycles from interior electrical loads, and the charging system should be verified. Given the calendar age of the vehicle, time-based fluid servicing such as brake fluid replacement (typically every two years regardless of mileage due to hygroscopic moisture absorption), coolant renewal, and manual transmission or gearbox oil checks should be confirmed via the service history. Finally, the underside of the vehicle should be inspected for any signs of fluid leaks, corroded brake or fuel lines, and exhaust system integrity, as high-mileage commercial vans frequently exhibit localised underbody corrosion and require careful verification of structural condition before purchase.