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Citroën Relay

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,179 cc

LB53 MUWMOT history

LB53 MUW is a white diesel Citroën Relay first used on 16 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 101,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2023
Mileage
101,181 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 MUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Relay
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 MUW was last recorded at 101,181 miles on 9 Jan 2023, 7,673 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,508 miles · 7 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,673 miles
Average per year
4,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,181 miles
  • 2022 – 93,508 miles
  • 2020 – 91,266 miles
  • 2019 – 90,762 miles
  • 2018 – 88,695 miles
  • 2016 – 81,838 miles
  • 2015 – 75,988 miles
  • 2014 – 71,608 miles
  • 2012 – 67,640 miles
  • 2011 – 53,778 miles
  • 2009 – 47,856 miles
  • 2008 – 38,632 miles
  • 2007 – 28,324 miles
  • 2006 – 21,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,181 miles
  • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • No reversing light.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Corrosion and repair on and near prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Wear / deterioration strut top mounts both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,181 miles (+7,673)3 dangerous13 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,181 miles
    Test number
    366362958624
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  2. Pass93,508 miles (+2,242)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,508 miles
    Test number
    579409739964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    91,266 miles
    Test number
    690508974350
    • AdvisoryNo reversing light.

  4. Fail91,266 miles (+504)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,266 miles
    Test number
    657629993451
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn seized. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNo reversing light.

  5. Pass90,762 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    90,762 miles
    Test number
    363819106146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing area corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rough in operation strut tops

  6. Fail90,760 miles (+2,065)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,760 miles
    Test number
    946648543816
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing area
    • AdvisorySteering rough on operation

  7. Pass88,695 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,695 miles
    Test number
    745181812883
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and repair on and near prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryWear / deterioration strut top mounts both sides

  8. Fail88,685 miles (+6,847)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,685 miles
    Test number
    514694422982
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and repair on and near prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryWear / deterioration strut top mounts both sides

  9. Pass81,838 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,838 miles
    Test number
    623997436940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,786 miles (+5,798)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,786 miles
    Test number
    818362277415
    • DangerousO/s/f wheel arch trim loose
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass75,988 miles (+4,380)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,988 miles
    Test number
    129069905421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,608 miles (+3,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,608 miles
    Test number
    119398804092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  13. Pass67,640 miles (+7,166)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,640 miles
    Test number
    798945252380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,474 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,474 miles
    Test number
    566271612099
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteUnable to check rear seat belts due to load present

  15. Fail60,470 miles (+6,692)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,470 miles
    Test number
    197969602461
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteUnable to check rear seat belts due to load present

  16. Pass53,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,778 miles
    Test number
    529317801095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,778 miles (+5,922)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,778 miles
    Test number
    296386901002
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  18. Pass47,856 miles (+9,224)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,856 miles
    Test number
    373185629228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,632 miles (+10,308)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,632 miles
    Test number
    150510848255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,324 miles
    Test number
    631808547288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail28,324 miles (+6,936)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,324 miles
    Test number
    921188547249
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass21,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,388 miles
    Test number
    444750826307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 MUW

Does LB53 MUW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 MUW expired on 6 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 MUW?
The MOT on LB53 MUW expired on 6 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 MUW done?
LB53 MUW was recorded at 101,181 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2023, an average of 4,941 miles a year.
Has LB53 MUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 MUW has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 MUW 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 LB53 MUW find?
LB53 MUW failed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 13 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: brake load sensing valve seized and abs not fitted or inoperative; front brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50%; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 16 more.

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