2021 Citroen Relay 35 HVY L4H2 ENT Bhdi SS 2.2L Diesel · LS21 VBZ

This 2021 Citroen Relay enters its sixth year on the road following a successful MOT test on the sixth of July 2026 at a recorded mileage of one hundred and thirty-nine thousand one hundred and fifty-four miles. The maintenance trend displayed across its recent test history is consistent and stable, featuring annual passes without any recorded outright failures. However, the recurring advisories noted in both twenty-five and twenty-six regarding front brake disc wear, alongside a nearside front tyre advisory in twenty-four, demonstrate the expected consumable wear profile of a hard-working commercial vehicle that requires diligent preventative maintenance rather than signaling systemic mechanical neglect. The recorded mileage is notably high for a 2021 registration, averaging approximately twenty-seven thousand eight hundred miles per year. This intensive high-mileage accumulation indicates heavy commercial or fleet deployment, meaning drivetrain components, the manual gearbox, clutch assembly, and high-pressure common-rail fuel injection equipment will have experienced substantial thermal and mechanical cycles. While sustained motorway running often reduces the risk of clogged diesel particulate filters compared to short urban journeys, prospective buyers must scrutinize the service history to ensure oil changes and auxiliary belt replacements were performed far more frequently than the manufacturer base intervals to account for this accelerated working life. On your upcoming test drive, pay close attention to the front braking system due to the repeated advisories for worn, pitted, and scored front brake discs. Apply the footbrake firmly from moderate speed and check for any rhythmic pulsing through the pedal, steering wheel shudder, or grinding noises that would indicate warped or heavily degraded discs and pads requiring immediate replacement. Listen carefully for any knocking, clunking, or excessive play from the front suspension wishbone bushes, drop links, and anti-roll bar mountings over uneven road surfaces, as heavy payloads rapidly accelerate wear on these load-bearing chassis components. Given the high mileage and heavy-duty usage of this large panel van, a thorough physical inspection of the bodywork, subframes, and load bay floor is essential to check for structural corrosion, impact damage, or overloading fatigue. Verify that all dashboard warning lights extinguish correctly after starting the engine, and inspect the engine bay for any oil leaks around the turbocharger and intercooler piping. Finally, confirm that all ancillary cab equipment, including the heater blower, electric windows, and rear registration plate lamp noted as a minor defect on the latest test, are fully operational before finalizing your purchase.