2002 · 22 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2002 Citroen Relay MOT pass rate and common faults

157 MOT tests in 2024. 51.6% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

89Well below average
Passed first time51.6%
Failed or needed repairs48.4%
Typical mileage at test95,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 157 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength16.6%
  2. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements7.6%
  3. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt7.0%
  4. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced6.4%
  5. Service brake performance: excessively binding5.1%
  6. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced4.5%
  7. Rear fog lamp: not working4.5%
  8. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect4.5%
  9. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid3.8%
  10. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting3.8%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension37.6%
  2. Brakes35.7%
  3. Lights & electrics32.5%
  4. Body & chassis26.1%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)14.6%
  6. Seat belts & airbags5.1%
  7. Steering4.5%
  8. Emissions & leaks3.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine17.2%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure15.3%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded13.4%
  4. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength12.7%
  5. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced11.5%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2002 Citroen Relay?

In 2024, 51.6% of 2002 Citroen Relay cars passed their MOT first time, across 157 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 Citroen Relay?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2002 Citroen Relay reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 89, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).