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Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s reliable? We analysed 407 real MOT tests across 108 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 407 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
72.5%
Typical Mileage
32,204mi
Annual Mileage
7,797mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s.

Specifications

Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2200cc
Engine
138bhp
Power
279g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2200cc
Power
138 BHP
Power (kW)
103 kW
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
LCV
Common colour
White
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
279 g/km Band M
Emission class
6ao
Road tax (12 mo.)
£290
Road tax (6 mo.)
£159.50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

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Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

80.2%
2021
67.4%
2020

Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,989 mi/yr
Typical
7,797 mi/yr
Average
8,577 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,413 mi/yr

Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 177 80.2% 12,464 23,510 36,640
2020 135 67.4% 26,718 36,928 47,432

How Long Does a Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s Last?

Based on 108 Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.8 years
Median
4.0 years

Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
32,204 mi
75th Percentile
44,166 mi
95th Percentile
64,456 mi
Max Recorded
114,444 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

80.2% MOT pass rate from 177 tests

Year to avoid
2020

67.4% MOT pass rate from 135 tests

The best year to buy a used Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.2% across 177 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s THIS CAR 72.5% 407 32,204 mi — yrs
Citroen Xsara 69.1% 5,047,330 77,497 mi 28 yrs
Citroen Berlingo 70.1% 4,453,235 83,738 mi 29 yrs
Citroen C3 72.7% 4,435,918 53,913 mi 24 yrs
Subaru Legacy Gls AWD 69% 790 110,513 mi 29 yrs

Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s?

The Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.5% across 407 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s owner drives around 7,797 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s reliable?
Based on 407 MOT tests, the Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s has a 72.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s do per year?
The typical Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s does around 7,797 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Citroen Relay 35 L2 X Bluehdi S/s is 2021 with a 80.2% pass rate across 177 tests.