2005 Citroen Relay 2.2L Diesel · WD05 FNG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test in January 2026 at 65,036 miles, this followed a failure just days prior due to deteriorated CV boots on the nearside front. The transition from a major failure in early 2025, which included structural corrosion and brake efficiency issues, suggests that the vehicle is only addressed when faults reach the point of legal failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old van, averaging approximately 3,100 miles per year. There is a significant thirteen-year gap between the November 2012 test at 57,788 miles and the January 2025 test. This long period of relative inactivity or low use often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid systems rather than linear mechanical wear. The accumulation of nearly 7,000 miles between 2025 and 2026 indicates a recent increase in usage which has immediately stressed aging mechanical components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside front suspension mounting area, as the 2025 failure flagged excessive corrosion that significantly reduced structural strength. This type of rust is prone to spreading if not professionally treated or replaced. Additionally, the power steering rack was noted as damp in early 2025 and should be monitored for active leaks to ensure the pump is not nearing a total seal failure. Given the history of multiple tyre cuts reaching the cords and recent CV boot failures, the entire set of rubber components should be inspected for sidewall damage and cracking.