Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi 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 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi 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 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi 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.

How many 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s reliable?

Based on MOT data from 920 vehicles, the 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.2%, 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 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi 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 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s (2019)

920 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.2% first-time pass rate

2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s

CarHunch analysed 920 real MOT records for the 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi 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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This 2019 Citroën Relay is slightly below the UK average for first-time MOT passes at 77.6% versus 80%, which isn't alarming but suggests you should budget for the occasional repair. More concerning is that a quarter of these vans (25.3%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, so pre-purchase inspection is essential—this is a commercial vehicle working harder than typical cars.

At around 60,000 miles for a five-year-old van, these Relays are showing typical commercial mileage. The average of 1.09 failures per test and 4.3 advisories indicates that while structural issues are relatively rare, minor wear items (lights, wipers, brake pads) crop up regularly, which is normal for a working van. Before buying, get a full pre-MOT inspection to check the brake system and suspension, as these are where commercial vehicles tend to rack up failures.

The 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s has a decent first-time pass rate (79.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

79.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.09

Over 4.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

60k

Middle half: 41k–82k

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🔧 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 4.3 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 920 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 920 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 9,515 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 78.3%

7,452

Grey 13.8%

1,316

Black 2.7%

254

Silver 2.6%

249

Blue 1.4%

135

Red 0.7%

Green 0.2%

Purple 0.1%

Yellow 0.1%

Orange 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi 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.

59,624

typical

41,350

low mileage

82,302

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s vehicles fall between 41,350 and 82,302 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 41,350 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.

✓ 41,350–82,302 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/ss sit.

⚠ Over 111,107 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s — Still on the Road

Most 2019 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/ss are still being driven.

Strong survival — 709 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.09

Avg failures per vehicle

4.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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