2010 Citroen Relay 2.2L Diesel · LD10 TWN

A clean and unblemished MOT history defines this 2010 Citroen Relay, with no advisories or component defects recorded across the available testing data. The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 25 March 2026 with a clean sheet, following a retest after an unrecorded failure two days earlier on 23 March 2026; given the absence of any defect entries, that earlier failure was likely administrative in nature, possibly related to test timing or a straightforward rectification carried out immediately. Prior to that, the van passed without issue on 10 June 2025, and again on 16 January 2024 following a similar two-day retest situation on 13 January 2024, also with no defects logged. The absence of any advisories relating to corrosion, brake wear, suspension components, or exhaust integrity over the full record indicates consistent roadworthiness throughout this period, which is a positive indicator for a commercial vehicle now in its sixteenth year. With 127,684 miles accumulated over sixteen years, the Relay averages roughly 7,980 miles per year, which sits comfortably within typical expectations for a working van of this age and class. The annual mileage is neither so low as to suggest prolonged standing, with its associated risks of brake seizure, corroded brake pipes, perished cooling hoses, and gearbox oil degradation, nor so high as to indicate exceptionally hard commercial use that would prematurely wear clutches, dual-mass flywheels, or turbocharger assemblies. The testing cadence appears regular, with no multi-year gaps that would imply the vehicle was laid up off the road or that would mask deteriorating condition during periods of inactivity. For a heavy van likely used for load-carrying duties, this measured usage profile is encouraging, as it suggests the mechanical components have been worked consistently rather than subjected to either severe neglect or punishing overuse. Despite the unblemished MOT record, a prospective buyer should still inspect critical wear items typical of a high-capacity commercial vehicle of this age and mileage. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn lower wishbone bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, or top mount deterioration, and pay particular attention to any slack in the steering that could point to worn track rod ends or steering rack play. Check the front brake discs for lipping and feel for brake judder under firm pedal pressure, as 127,000 miles of load-carrying work will typically have consumed a considerable amount of pad and disc material even if no specific advisories were raised. Inspect the rear brake assemblies for binding calipers, seized rear shoes, or handbrake inefficiency, which are common Renault-derived Master/Relay platform issues that can develop without necessarily prompting a test failure if still within acceptable limits. Bodywork and structural integrity merit close physical scrutiny on a vehicle of this vintage, particularly around the front subframe mounting points, inner wing seams, sills, and the lower edges of the rear doors where water and road salt tend to collect. Although no corrosion advisories appear in the MOT data, MOT testers only record what is visible from beneath on the ramp, so localised surface rust or thin structural patches may exist without being flagged. On the test drive, monitor the engine for any blue smoke on startup or under load suggesting valve stem oil seals or turbo wear, and feel for clutch slippage when pulling away with cargo weight equivalent to a load. Listen for timing chain rattle from a cold start, a known concern on some HDi diesel units of this era, and check the EGR valve and intake manifold for the carbon contamination that commonly reduces efficiency and triggers turbo lag on high-mileage HDi engines. A thorough undertray removal and a compression test, or at minimum an oil analysis, would provide additional peace of mind on a working van approaching the upper end of its commercial service life.