2005 · 19 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2005 Citroen Relay MOT pass rate and common faults

420 MOT tests in 2024. 51.4% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

91Well below average
Passed first time51.4%
Failed or needed repairs48.6%
Typical mileage at test105,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 420 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength16.0%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt7.1%
  3. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements5.0%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively5.0%
  5. Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength5.0%
  6. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced3.8%
  7. Service brake performance: excessively binding3.6%
  8. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.6%
  9. Position lamp: not working3.3%
  10. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.1%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension40.5%
  2. Lights & electrics33.1%
  3. Brakes29.8%
  4. Body & chassis26.7%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)11.4%
  6. Seat belts & airbags5.5%
  7. Tyres5.5%
  8. Steering3.6%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine16.7%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded13.6%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm11.0%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened9.5%
  5. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.0%

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 2005 Citroen Relay?

In 2024, 51.4% of 2005 Citroen Relay cars passed their MOT first time, across 420 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 Citroen Relay?

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

Is the 2005 Citroen Relay reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 91, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).