2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3H2 Eprise Bhdi S/S 2.2L Diesel · WP71 LFE

The Citroën Relay presents a mixed but recently stabilised roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 01 December 2025 at 74,499 miles passed cleanly with zero defects, indicating that the multiple failures identified five days earlier had been rectified promptly. That said, the November 2025 failure at 74,493 miles was notably severe for a commercial vehicle of this age, with simultaneous issues across the braking system, tyre integrity, and parking brake efficiency. The fact that all items were addressed before the December retest suggests reactive rather than preventive maintenance, and the absence of any advisories in either the 2024 or 2025 pass certificates means the record offers no evidence of proactive component monitoring between tests. The mileage trajectory raises questions about how the vehicle has been used. Between the November 2024 pass at 53,483 miles and the November 2025 failure at 74,493 miles, the van accumulated 21,010 miles in twelve months, a sharp increase that points to sustained high-load or long-distance use during that period. Yet between the November 2025 failure and the December 2025 pass, just six miles were recorded, strongly implying the vehicle sat stationary for most of that month, possibly undergoing repair or standing unused. The overall annualised rate of roughly 14,900 miles is elevated for a five-year-old van and implies accelerated wear on consumable components, particularly brakes, tyres, and drivetrain mounts. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the rear braking assembly and parking brake system. The November 2025 failure flagged worn rear discs, thin rear pads at approximately two millimetres, rear brake imbalance across the axle, and a parking brake efficiency below fifty per cent of the required value. These faults occurring together suggest the rear braking circuit had been neglected rather than suffering an isolated failure. A physical inspection should verify the condition of rear calipers for signs of binding, check the parking brake cables for stretch or corrosion, and examine the rear disc surfaces for scoring or lipping that may indicate the replacements were not performed to a high standard. The tyre defects recorded in the same November 2025 failure also warrant attention. Both rear tyres were flagged with cuts deep enough to expose the ply or cords, a condition that typically arises from sidewall impact damage or prolonged underinflation rather than simple age degradation. Buyers should inspect all four tyres for uneven wear patterns, sidewall bulging, and tread depth consistency, paying particular attention to the rear axle where the load-bearing demands are greatest. Given the van's high annual mileage and the pattern of reactive repairs, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, suspension bush wear, and exhaust system integrity is advisable before purchase.