2015 Citroen Relay 2.2L Diesel · LJ15 ADV

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy state, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass in January 2026 at 44,953 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows a sign of improvement following a period of recurring minor faults. While previous tests flagged persistent steering component and tyre issues, the lack of advisories in the latest inspection suggests the owner has addressed the mechanical wear identified in prior years. The recorded mileage of 44,953 miles is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old van, averaging approximately 4,000 miles annually. This usage profile explains the lack of heavy drivetrain wear but introduces risks related to stationary rubber-based components. Between February 2022 and January 2026, the vehicle covered only 13,150 miles, indicating a consistent pattern of light use. However, the low mileage often correlates with the perishing of tyres and suspension components due to age-related degradation rather than friction-related wear. A physical inspection should focus specifically on the front suspension geometry, as the track rod end ball joints and their dust covers were recurring failures between 2023 and 2025. The tester noted play in the nearside front track rod end in early 2024 and deteriorated covers in early 2025, so the buyer must verify these parts were replaced with quality components to ensure steering precision. Additionally, the 2023 advisory regarding the offside front floor rubber deterioration requires a close check of the cab floor integrity to ensure no hidden corrosion or rust has developed around the exposed manufactured hole. The tyres also merit a thorough evaluation for sidewall cracking, as the records from 2021 and 2023 specifically highlighted cracking and perishing on multiple tyres. Given the low annual mileage, these components likely reached the end of their structural life before tread depth. While the thin rear brake pads noted in 2022 are a standard consumable item, the buyer should confirm the current thickness of all pads and discs to ensure the braking system has been maintained since that last service.