2017 Citroen Relay 2.0L Diesel · SP17 AHO

The Citroën Relay’s most recent MOT, conducted on 3 July 2024 at 30,501 miles , confirms it passed without any defects, maintaining a consistent clean record across all five tests since 2021. There are no advisories or recurring failings, and the vehicle’s compliance with emissions, brakes, suspension, and structural integrity has remained stable throughout its service history. The absence of any advisory notes—even for wear items like tyres or wiper blades—suggests either meticulous maintenance or exceptionally light usage. However, the 2021 test date shows a duplicate entry (one pass, one fail) at the same mileage, which may indicate a clerical error rather than a mechanical issue, but this anomaly warrants verification. The recorded mileage of 30,501 miles over 9 years equates to an average of 3,389 miles per year , a figure significantly lower than the UK average for a vehicle of this age. The gaps between tests are irregular: a 7-month jump from 20,687 to 25,964 miles (2021–2022) and another 18-month stretch from 25,964 to 27,765 miles (2022–2023) suggest periods of inactivity. While low mileage generally reduces wear on critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers, it can also indicate prolonged storage, which may have allowed minor corrosion or fluid degradation to develop undetected. The lack of advisories on tyres or brakes in recent tests is reassuring, but the 2021 fail entry —despite the pass—could imply a brief oversight in documentation rather than mechanical neglect. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components , particularly the rear bushings and coil springs, for signs of perished rubber or corrosion, given the vehicle’s age. The rear brakes should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as the Relay’s braking system has occasionally been prone to such issues in similar models. Corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe is another critical area, especially if the vehicle has spent extended periods unprotected. While the MOT record does not reveal faults, fluid levels (brakes, power steering, and coolant) and tyre condition (tread depth and lateral cuts) should be verified, as these are not always flagged in tests but directly impact roadworthiness. The exhaust system should also be examined for leaks or rust-through, particularly near the catalytic converter, as emissions compliance has not been explicitly noted in recent tests.