2017 Citroen Relay 2.0L Diesel · LL17 ABK

The 2017 Citroen Relay presents a stable roadworthiness trend with a clean MOT record. The most recent test on 7 November 2025 at 162,389 miles passed with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken run of passes since at least 2021. No advisories or mechanical faults appear across the five available entries, indicating the vehicle has not required rectification work to meet statutory standards during this period. Mileage accumulation sits high for a nine-year-old van at 162,389 recorded miles, averaging roughly 18,000 miles per year. The records show steady use rather than sudden spikes: the tester logged 110,444 miles on 9 July 2021, rising to 129,172 by 18 May 2022, then 152,673 on 21 July 2023, 161,399 on 23 July 2024, and 162,389 in November 2025. A notable feature is the low annual delta of only 990 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests, suggesting reduced operational use in the final year. The DVSA data is sparse on detail, with every entry listing no defects and no advisories. Given the absence of flagged suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, binding calipers, or structural corrosion in the history, the MOT record alone offers no evidence of deferred maintenance. The clean pass sheet implies previous operators kept the Relay to a basic compliance standard. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of load-bearing chassis members and subframes for hidden rust, given the age and mileage, and verify the condition of tyres, wiper blades, and exhaust emissions against actual wear rather than relying on the absence of advisories. The high mileage and light final-year use mean drivetrain fatigue and dormant-component degradation are plausible despite the spotless test history. Inspect the clutch, gearbox, and turbocharger for operational smoothness, and confirm the brake calipers are not seizing after low recent utilisation. The record supports a sound baseline, but it does not substitute for hands-on mechanical appraisal.