2003 · 21 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2003 Citroen Relay MOT pass rate and common faults

253 MOT tests in 2024. 52.2% passed first time, compared with 57.3% for all cars the same age.

91Well below average
Passed first time52.2%
Failed or needed repairs47.8%
Typical mileage at test93,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 253 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength17.0%
  2. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced7.1%
  3. Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength6.3%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively5.5%
  5. Service brake performance: excessively binding4.0%
  6. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.6%
  7. Service brake performance: efficiency below requirements3.2%
  8. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements3.2%
  9. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.2%
  10. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced2.8%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension38.7%
  2. Brakes35.2%
  3. Lights & electrics28.9%
  4. Body & chassis24.5%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)13.0%
  6. Tyres7.5%
  7. Emissions & leaks4.3%
  8. Seat belts & airbags2.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine16.2%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure15.4%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded11.9%
  4. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength11.1%
  5. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced10.7%

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 2003 Citroen Relay?

In 2024, 52.2% of 2003 Citroen Relay cars passed their MOT first time, across 253 tests. The average for all 21-year-old cars was 57.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2003 Citroen Relay?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2003 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).