Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/S
VanFrom 542 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 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, a headlamp or light source missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, caused 29 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 29 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 27 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 19 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 16 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 13 |
| obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose | 12 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 11 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 11 |
| a body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure | 10 |
| parking brake inoperative on one side | 10 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 16.5% of Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/S failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 18.4% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £80.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 72.4% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2020 | 74.6% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
Typical mileage
Half of all Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/Ss tested had between 38,810 and 82,557 miles on the clock.
At 57,575 median miles, the Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/S has 0.046 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 L3 Bluehdi S/S MOT pass rate?
The Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/S has a 73.4% MOT pass rate based on 542 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/S?
The most common MOT failure on the Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/S is parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, which caused 29 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Citroen Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/S is 57,575 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 38,810 and 82,557 miles.
Buying a used Relay 35 L3 Bluehdi S/S?
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 73.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £80 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.