2005 Citroen Relay 2.0L Petrol · NJ05 UTB

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of progressive structural corrosion. While it passed its most recent test in June 2024 at 106,275 miles, the tester identified new corrosion on the chassis near the offside front mounting. This represents a progression from the integral body structure corrosion noted in 2021 and 2023, indicating that the vehicle's metalwork is subject to active decay that has not been halted. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,061 miles per year. The data shows a significant stagnation in usage over the last three years, with the vehicle covering only 247 miles between June 2022 and June 2023, and a mere 56 miles prior to the 2024 test. This low annual mileage suggests the van sits for long periods or is used only for very short trips, which often accelerates the oxidation of metal components and rubber seals despite low mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the entire chassis and suspension mounting points. The record consistently flags corrosion on the suspension arms, coil springs, and leaf spring shackle brackets dating back to 2021. Furthermore, the braking system shows a history of neglect; the tester noted a binding offside brake in 2023 and a corroded rear brake pipe that remained an issue in 2024 despite being covered in grease. The presence of structural rust on the integral body suggests that the overall integrity of the vehicle is the primary long-term risk.