2016 Citroen Relay 2.2L Diesel · YX16 SHV

The most recent MOT on 3 November 2025 resulted in a pass, but the record shows a same-day failure and retest pattern in both 2024 and 2025. On 23 October 2024 the vehicle failed initially before passing a retest the same day, and the identical sequence occurred on 3 November 2025. The 2023 test on 2 November passed without a recorded failure. This repeat fail-then-pass cycle suggests recurring defects that require immediate rectification to meet the standard, though the specific items are not detailed in the supplied data. Mileage stands at 103,535 miles against a first registration in 2016, averaging roughly 10,350 miles per year which is typical for a commercial vehicle of this age. Test intervals have been broadly annual, with the last three inspections clustered in late October to early November. No mileage anomalies or extended gaps appear in the recorded history, and the progression is consistent with regular use rather than periods of dormancy. A buyer should prioritise a thorough underbody inspection focusing on structural corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, load-bearing chassis sections and brake pipe runs, as these are common failure areas on the Relay platform. The same-day fail-pass pattern in consecutive years indicates items that deteriorated to a dangerous or major defect between tests — likely suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs or binding calipers — which were then replaced or repaired to secure the pass. Emissions systems and exhaust integrity also warrant close scrutiny given the vehicle's age and duty cycle. Without defect specifics the record cannot be described as clean; the repeated initial failures point to a maintenance approach that addresses items only when forced by the test. The current pass is valid until November 2026, but the trend suggests further defects will emerge before the next inspection. Budget for immediate attention to braking, suspension and corrosion items, and verify the quality of any recent repairs before purchase.