Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 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 2020 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 2020 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.

Is the 2020 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,099 vehicles, the 2020 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.9%, 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 2020 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 (2020)

2,099 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80.9% first-time pass rate

2020 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s

CarHunch analysed 2,099 real MOT records for the 2020 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 Relay diesel van falls just slightly below the UK average on first-time MOT pass rate, hitting 78.8% versus the national 80%, which is a negligible difference—nothing to worry about. However, nearly one in five of these vans (19.1%) have picked up a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth taking seriously when inspecting a used example.

At 62,000 miles median for a 2020 model, these are relatively low-mileage commercial vehicles, yet they're averaging 0.83 failures and 3.2 advisories per test, suggesting wear issues emerge fairly quickly despite modest usage. When buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on braking systems, suspension, and exhaust components—the typical failure areas for work vans—rather than relying on MOT history alone.

The 2020 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (80.9%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

80.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

19.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.83

Over 3.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

62k

Middle half: 41k–86k

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 3.2 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 2,099 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 2,099 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 19.1% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	2,098	80.9%	0.83

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 2020 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.

62,195

typical

41,399

low mileage

85,891

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s vehicles fall between 41,399 and 85,891 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 41,399 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.

✓ 41,399–85,891 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/ss sit.

⚠ Over 115,952 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/ss are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,713 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 91% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

3.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.83

Avg failures per vehicle

3.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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