Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 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 2021 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 2021 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 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,980 vehicles, the 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.5%, 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 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 (2021)

2,980 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.5% first-time pass rate

2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s

CarHunch analysed 2,980 real MOT records for the 2021 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 van's 79.3% first-time pass rate is virtually level with the UK average of 80%, suggesting reliability broadly on par with other vehicles—though the 13.1% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect warrants attention during your pre-purchase inspection. With an average of 0.6 failures and 2.2 advisories per test, these vans are generally holding up reasonably well mechanically.

The median mileage of 56,179 miles is sensible for a three-year-old commercial vehicle, and the typical failure pattern (minor issues rather than systemic breakdowns) suggests this generation handles regular work use adequately. Before buying, get a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection and specifically check brake condition, suspension geometry, and exhaust components—the advisory frequency hints at wear in these areas.

The 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (81.5%) — 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

81.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

13.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.6

Over 2.5 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

56k

Middle half: 36k–79k

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 2.2 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 2,980 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 2,980 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.1% 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 →
📄 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 2021 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.

56,179

typical

35,623

low mileage

78,552

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s vehicles fall between 35,623 and 78,552 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 35,623 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.

✓ 35,623–78,552 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/ss sit.

⚠ Over 106,045 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

2.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.6

Avg failures per vehicle

2.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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