Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s reliable?

Based on MOT data from 469 vehicles, the 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s (2021)

469 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.3% first-time pass rate

2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s

CarHunch analysed 469 real MOT records for the 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 469 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2021 Citroën Relay 35 L3 X BlueHDi is marginally less reliable than the UK average, with a 78.9% first-time pass rate compared to 80% nationally—a minor difference, but worth noting. The 10.4% rate of dangerous defects is well below the concerning threshold, so safety issues aren't a red flag for this cohort.

At roughly 58,500 miles, these vans are running at typical mileage for their age, and the 0.58 average failures per vehicle suggests most are holding up reasonably well. The 1.7 advisories per vehicle indicate minor wear accumulating (worn brake pads, light corrosion), so budget for routine maintenance—and when shopping, ask the seller for full service history to confirm the engine and gearbox have been properly looked after.

The 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (81.3%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

81.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

10.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.58

Over 2.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

58k

Middle half: 41k–75k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 469 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 469 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

58,483

typical

41,249

low mileage

75,486

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/s vehicles fall between 41,249 and 75,486 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 41,249 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 41,249–75,486 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3 X Bluehdi S/ss sit.

⚠ Over 101,906 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.58

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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