2013 Citroen Relay 2.2L Diesel · SY13 JGV

The 2013 Citroen Relay has a recent MOT pass on 2026-04-10 at 79,900 miles, but the most recent failure occurred just three weeks earlier on 2026-03-17 at 79,732 miles. This failure included multiple critical issues: the engine MIL was inoperative, front windscreen wipers failed to clear the windscreen, the nearside front brake hose was excessively stretched, and both front suspension ball joints showed severe wear or deterioration. These defects indicate significant mechanical degradation, particularly in braking and suspension systems. A pattern of recurring suspension and brake-related issues emerges across the MOT history. The nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover was severely deteriorated in both 2026-04-10 and 2026-03-17, while the offside front ball joint was excessively worn in the 2026-03-17 failure. Brake discs have shown progressive wear, with pitting or scoring noted in 2025-03-25 and 2024-02-06. Steering rack gaiters were missing in the 2026-03-17 failure, and the parking brake efficiency was below requirements in an earlier test. These issues suggest ongoing wear in critical safety components. The trend shows some improvement: the 2026-04-10 pass addressed the immediate defects, but the preceding failure highlights unresolved underlying problems. The vehicle’s mileage of 79,900 miles over 13 years equates to roughly 6,146 miles per year, which is typical for its age.