2017 Citroen Relay 2.0L Diesel · YN67 WOJ

The most recent MOT test on this 2017 Citroën Relay occurred just over three months ago, on 2025-05-08, where it was initially passed before being failed on the same day without any recorded defects. This unusual dual entry suggests either a clerical error or a test centre oversight, as no mechanical issues were flagged. The preceding tests in 2023 and 2022 both passed without failings, indicating a stable roadworthiness record over the past four years. However, the lack of defects does not preclude underlying wear—particularly in high-mileage components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers—which may not yet have reached MOT failure thresholds but warrant closer scrutiny. The vehicle’s mileage of 145,716 miles over nine years equates to approximately 16,191 miles annually, which is above the average for a car of this age. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests spans 15 months, during which the vehicle accumulated 28,000 miles, suggesting either intensive use or prolonged periods without servicing. The absence of advisories or repeated failures in this period implies that, despite the high mileage, the previous owner may have maintained critical systems—though this cannot be confirmed without service records. The most recent test’s failure on the same day as its pass is unusual and does not directly correlate with mileage trends, but it does underscore the need for a thorough mechanical review. Given the lack of MOT defects, the most critical areas for an in-person inspection should focus on components that commonly fail at this mileage: the suspension system, particularly rear bushes and coil springs, which may exhibit dryness or cracking; the brake system, including rear binding calipers or warped discs, which could cause uneven wear; and the exhaust system for signs of corrosion or leaks, especially around joints. The tyre tread depth, while not failing in MOT tests, should be checked for uneven wear, which could indicate alignment or suspension issues. Structural integrity, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should also be examined for corrosion, as high mileage increases the risk of hidden rust compromising the chassis. The absence of advisories in past tests does not guarantee these areas are sound, but it does suggest they have not yet reached a critical failure point.