2023 Citroen Relay 35L3H2 Eprise ED Bhdi SS 2.2L Diesel · LD23 DCT

A single DVSA MOT entry recorded on 25 June 2026 documents a pass with one minor advisory concerning a damaged front windscreen, noted under section 3.2 (a) (i) as not adversely affecting the driver's view. Because only one test outcome is on file for this 2023 registration, no longitudinal pattern of advisories, wear trends, or failure history can be drawn from the official record. The absence of any prior failures or recurring component flags leaves the roadworthiness picture limited to that single inspection event, which on its own represents a stable and unremarkable result rather than a demonstrated track record over time. The recorded mileage of 49,545 miles against a 2023 first registration equates to an annualised usage of around 16,515 miles per year over the roughly three-year span. This is a notably high accumulation rate for a light commercial vehicle of this age, exceeding typical fleet or private mileage expectations and indicating sustained operational use. Mechanically, higher mileage of this nature places greater demand on wear-sensitive consumables and drivetrain components, including brake friction material and discs, suspension bushes, coil springs, steering linkages, clutch operation if applicable, driveline mounts, and the dual-mass flywheel area in higher-output BlueHDi units. Routine servicing intervals become particularly important, and although the MOT history itself does not evidence service records, the mileage profile should prompt verification of stamped service history and any manufacturer recall or campaign work having been completed. Given that the only documented advisory relates to a windscreen stone chip or similar impact damage, the inspection priority on a physical viewing should be confirming that the damage has not progressed into a crack crossing the driver's swept area, particularly within the zone swept by the wiper blades, as this would compromise legality at the next test. A close inspection of the windscreen periphery for any wiper blade scuff marks, and a check from inside the cab against bright light for optical distortion, is worthwhile. While no suspension, brake, corrosion, or exhaust advisories have been recorded, the high mileage warrants a deliberate physical assessment of the undercarriage, paying particular attention to the front MacPherson strut top mounts and bottom mounts, anti-roll bar drop links and bushes, wishbone rear bushes on the rear beam axle, and rear leaf spring hangers for any signs of wear, knocking, or corrosion given the commercial operating loads the vehicle is likely to have carried. On a road test, listen for any clonking or rattling from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn strut mounts or drop links, and feel for any vagueness or knocking through the steering wheel indicative of track rod or tie rod wear. Apply the brakes firmly from a moderate speed to check for any pedal judder suggesting warped front discs, pulling to one side which may indicate a binding or seized caliper slide mechanism, or a soft pedal suggesting hydraulic issues. Clutch feel should be checked for slipping under load, particularly in higher gears, and any excessive vibration through the transmission tunnel at idle or when pulling away may indicate dual-mass flywheel wear. Finally, inspect the underside for any oil misting around the engine sump, turbocharger oil feed and return lines, and gearbox seals, as well as check the rear of the vehicle for any sign of corrosion around the rear axle mounting points, fuel tank straps, and exhaust mounting brackets, none of which were reported on test but are typical wear points for a commercial vehicle of this usage level.