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Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,179 cc

LX54 BCUMOT history

LX54 BCU is a silver diesel Citroën Relay first used on 7 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 124,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
124,965 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 BCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Relay
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 BCU was last recorded at 124,965 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 4,368 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Aug 2017: 108,567 miles, lower than 110,312 miles on 16 Aug 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
120,597 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,368 miles
Average per year
5,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,965 miles
  • 2025 – 120,597 miles
  • 2022 – 120,558 miles
  • 2021 – 120,540 miles
  • 2020 – 119,484 miles
  • 2019 – 118,720 miles
  • 2018 – 114,781 miles
  • 2017 – 108,564 miles
  • 2016 – 110,312 miles
  • 2015 – 92,462 miles
  • 2014 – 84,600 miles
  • 2013 – 75,330 miles
  • 2012 – 64,621 miles
  • 2011 – 61,838 miles
  • 2010 – 55,410 miles
  • 2009 – 45,455 miles
  • 2008 – 35,219 miles
  • 2007 – 26,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,965 miles
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/75/16c

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/75/16c

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle underbody heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,965 miles (+4,368)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    124,965 miles
    Test number
    520194409453
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass120,597 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    120,597 miles
    Test number
    975457593587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/75/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/75/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody heavily corroded

  3. Fail120,575 miles (+17)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,575 miles
    Test number
    722767972250
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near radiator support and corrosion spreads to under engine mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/75/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/75/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody heavily corroded

  4. Fail120,558 miles (+18)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,558 miles
    Test number
    425937561608
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced to the right of radiator mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail120,540 miles (+1,056)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,540 miles
    Test number
    671133797178
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass119,484 miles (+764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    119,484 miles
    Test number
    483531793579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass118,720 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,720 miles
    Test number
    809139115669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail118,720 miles (+3,939)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,720 miles
    Test number
    615979378609
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass114,781 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    114,781 miles
    Test number
    426932766470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail114,767 miles (+6,203)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,767 miles
    Test number
    877438605673
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass108,564 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    108,564 miles
    Test number
    129001130799
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail108,567 miles (-1,745)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,567 miles
    Test number
    811953767805
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass110,312 miles (+10,001)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,312 miles
    Test number
    325558449689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,311 miles (+7,849)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,311 miles
    Test number
    775561722178
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass92,462 miles (+7,862)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,462 miles
    Test number
    369890422069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s rear light damaged

  16. Pass84,600 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    84,600 miles
    Test number
    558307224288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail84,549 miles (+9,219)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,549 miles
    Test number
    947160224250
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass75,330 miles (+10,709)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,330 miles
    Test number
    966981643277
    • NoteN/s inner sill badly corroded
    • NoteO/s inner sill corroded
    • NoteRear access ramp corroded

  19. Fail64,621 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,621 miles
    Test number
    308909222207
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass64,621 miles (+2,783)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,621 miles
    Test number
    329169422420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,838 miles (+6,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,838 miles
    Test number
    455991811258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass55,410 miles (+66)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,410 miles
    Test number
    324354800243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth wiper blade ends split.
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low outer tread.

  23. Fail55,344 miles (+9,889)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,344 miles
    Test number
    430527490123
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth wiper blade ends split.
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low outer tread.
    • NoteStarter motor falling apart.

  24. Pass45,455 miles (+10,236)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,455 miles
    Test number
    804243219267
    • NoteBoth front wipers split on edges

  25. Pass35,219 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,219 miles
    Test number
    474884718285
    • NoteBoth fron tyres worn low
    • NoteRear brake squeeling on roller brake tester
    • NoteWasher aim poor

  26. Fail35,219 miles (+8,274)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,219 miles
    Test number
    711294818209
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteBoth fron tyres worn low
    • NoteRear brake squeeling on roller brake tester
    • NoteWasher aim poor

  27. Fail26,945 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,945 miles
    Test number
    121710747208
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteSeat closest to sliding side door belt twisted but not affecting retracting of belt.

  28. Pass26,945 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,945 miles
    Test number
    373650247432
    • NoteSeat closest to sliding side door belt twisted but not affecting retracting of belt.

Questions about LX54 BCU

Does LX54 BCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 BCU is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 BCU?
The MOT on LX54 BCU is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 BCU done?
LX54 BCU was recorded at 124,965 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 5,262 miles a year.
Has LX54 BCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 BCU has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LX54 BCU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX54 BCU find?
LX54 BCU passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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