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Citroën Relay

White · Diesel · 2016 · 2,198 cc

LE16 VUYMOT history

LE16 VUY is a white diesel Citroën Relay first used on 5 Aug 2016. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2026 and it has passed 6 of 12 MOT tests, with 170,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

LE16 VUY white Citroen Relay – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Relay, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2026
Mileage
170,222 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
12
6 passed · 6 failed
Per year
17,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE16 VUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Relay
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
5 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2026
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE16 VUY was last recorded at 170,222 miles on 22 May 2026, 33,246 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,976 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
33,246 miles
Average per year
17,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,222 miles
  • 2025 – 136,976 miles
  • 2024 – 107,171 miles
  • 2023 – 96,388 miles
  • 2021 – 79,464 miles
  • 2020 – 61,749 miles
  • 2019 – 54,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail170,222 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed emmissions 5.65 unable to complete due to zero drift error (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive pas leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 12 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail170,222 miles (+33,246)9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,222 miles
    Test number
    608129603098
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed emmissions 5.65 unable to complete due to zero drift error (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive pas leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass136,976 miles (+113)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    136,976 miles
    Test number
    745871551261
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Fail136,863 miles (+29,692)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,863 miles
    Test number
    644464669580
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm Driver's belt. (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass107,171 miles (+172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    107,171 miles
    Test number
    937984385839
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail106,999 miles (+151)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,999 miles
    Test number
    205726925053
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Repeater (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Fail106,848 miles (+10,460)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,848 miles
    Test number
    112785227276
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass96,388 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    96,388 miles
    Test number
    905777949582
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail96,380 miles (+16,916)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,380 miles
    Test number
    327118392802
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass79,464 miles (+17,715)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,464 miles
    Test number
    707461841307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,749 miles (+6,771)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,749 miles
    Test number
    399748021476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,978 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,978 miles
    Test number
    373620450194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,972 miles2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,972 miles
    Test number
    526575866248
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Questions about LE16 VUY

Does LE16 VUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE16 VUY expired on 18 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE16 VUY?
The MOT on LE16 VUY expired on 18 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE16 VUY done?
LE16 VUY was recorded at 170,222 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 17,224 miles a year.
Has LE16 VUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE16 VUY has failed 6 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LE16 VUY 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 LE16 VUY find?
LE16 VUY failed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: emissions unable to be completed emmissions 5.65 unable to complete due to zero drift error; exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour; front registration plate inscription illegible, and 15 more.

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