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Citroën Relay

Purple · Diesel · 2009 · 2,198 cc

L6 VYGMOT history

L6 VYG is a purple diesel Citroën Relay first used on 18 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

L6 VYG purple Citroen Relay – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,170 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 VYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Relay
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 VYG was last recorded at 121,170 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,164 miles · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,170 miles
  • 2024 – 115,656 miles
  • 2023 – 97,466 miles
  • 2022 – 90,383 miles
  • 2021 – 80,995 miles
  • 2017 – 62,371 miles
  • 2016 – 55,408 miles
  • 2015 – 47,755 miles
  • 2014 – 41,127 miles
  • 2013 – 31,568 miles
  • 2012 – 25,391 miles
  • 2011 – 18,317 miles
  • 2010 – 8,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,170 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,170 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,170 miles
    Test number
    312472752256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail121,164 miles (+5,508)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,164 miles
    Test number
    729283387043
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass115,656 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    115,656 miles
    Test number
    287490596222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail115,656 miles (+18,190)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,656 miles
    Test number
    853297808819
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,466 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    97,466 miles
    Test number
    449959415938
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s inner sill but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Corrosion to n/s inner sill but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail97,466 miles (+7,083)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,466 miles
    Test number
    711716628292
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s inner sill but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Corrosion to n/s inner sill but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,383 miles (+33)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    90,383 miles
    Test number
    339987775837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs to sills

  8. Fail90,350 miles (+9,355)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,350 miles
    Test number
    778212145445
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills within prescribed area of front leaf spring mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills within prescribed area of front leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,995 miles (+518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,995 miles
    Test number
    726731188650
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail80,477 miles1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,477 miles
    Test number
    582782658966
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass120,901 km (+5,859)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,901 km
    Test number
    191670033017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,042 km (+3,952)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,042 km
    Test number
    787127197089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass111,090 km
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    111,090 km
    Test number
    459293160704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,371 miles (+6,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,371 miles
    Test number
    252116524310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass55,408 miles (+7,653)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,408 miles
    Test number
    403202032002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,755 miles (+6,628)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,755 miles
    Test number
    865553605180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,127 miles (+9,559)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,127 miles
    Test number
    495771404184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,568 miles (+6,177)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    31,568 miles
    Test number
    209972003125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,391 miles (+7,074)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,391 miles
    Test number
    225308802141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,317 miles (+9,481)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,317 miles
    Test number
    235378511146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass8,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    8,836 miles
    Test number
    864800420147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 VYG

Does L6 VYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 VYG is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 VYG?
The MOT on L6 VYG is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 VYG done?
L6 VYG was recorded at 121,170 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 6,860 miles a year.
Has L6 VYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 VYG has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 VYG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L6 VYG find?
L6 VYG passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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