Citroen Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss
VanFrom 2,625 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led and parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 98 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 98 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 76 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 69 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 61 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 50 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 49 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 49 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 43 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 42 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 35 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 28% of Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £64.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 75.8% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2020 | 74.6% | a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2019 | 77.6% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Sss tested had between 6,760 and 85,845 miles on the clock.
At 47,926 median miles, the Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss has 0.049 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Citroen models
| Citroen C3 | 71.4% |
| Citroen Berlingo | 67.9% |
| Citroen C4 | 68.9% |
| Citroen C1 | 74.9% |
| Citroen Ds3 | 66.5% |
Common questions
What is the Citroen Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss MOT pass rate?
The Citroen Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss has a 76.3% MOT pass rate based on 2,625 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Citroen Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss?
The most common MOT failure on the Citroen Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 98 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a Citroen Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Citroen Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss is 47,926 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,760 and 85,845 miles.
Buying a used Relay 35 Hvy L4H2 Ent Bhdi Ss?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 76.3% pass rate and an average repair bill of £64 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.