2007 Citroen Relay 2.2L Diesel · PE57 HXD

The MOT history for this 2007 Citroen Relay reveals a trend of structural and mechanical deterioration. In the most recent test in April 2024 at 84,213 miles, the vehicle passed despite an advisory for a corroded sill and a perished nearside rear tyre. This follows a failure in June 2023 at 84,208 miles, where the tester identified multiple critical faults including a binding offside front brake, a defective parking brake, and non-functional stop lamps. The presence of structural corrosion on the sill suggests that while the vehicle is currently roadworthy, the chassis is beginning to age. At 84,213 miles over 19 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 4,432 miles per year. This low-usage profile often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals rather than mechanical wear, which is consistent with the perishing tyre noted in 2024. The significant mileage gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests shows only 5 miles driven, indicating the vehicle is used very infrequently or sits for long periods. This pattern of use often contributes to brake caliper seizing and corrosion seen in the historical records. A buyer should prioritize a thorough inspection of the structural integrity of the sill to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond a repairable state. The 2023 failure regarding binding brakes indicates that the braking system is prone to neglect due to low mileage. Given the age of the vehicle and the recent history of lighting and electrical failures, attention to the overall state of the rubber components is essential to prevent future failures.