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Citroën Relay

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,905 cc

T273 SSUMOT history

T273 SSU is a white petrol Citroën Relay first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 75,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2024
Mileage
75,560 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T273 SSU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Relay
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T273 SSU was last recorded at 75,560 miles on 16 Oct 2023, 1,961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,599 miles · 17 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,961 miles
Average per year
2,702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 75,560 miles
  • 2022 – 73,599 miles
  • 2021 – 70,412 miles
  • 2020 – 69,060 miles
  • 2019 – 67,419 miles
  • 2018 – 62,361 miles
  • 2017 – 56,350 miles
  • 2016 – 56,173 miles
  • 2015 – 55,234 miles
  • 2014 – 54,643 miles
  • 2013 – 54,008 miles
  • 2012 – 49,714 miles
  • 2011 – 48,205 miles
  • 2010 – 46,531 miles
  • 2009 – 41,840 miles
  • 2008 – 33,049 miles
  • 2007 – 32,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,560 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arches

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Corrosion starting under and around vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,560 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    75,560 miles
    Test number
    285387623521
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  2. Fail75,560 miles (+1,961)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,560 miles
    Test number
    163166611054
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  3. Pass73,599 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    73,599 miles
    Test number
    803671704754
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  4. Fail73,598 miles (+3,186)3 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,598 miles
    Test number
    730245781939
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake linkage has restricted free movement handbrake mechanism (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill chassis support by front of rear spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing /wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,412 miles (+1,352)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,412 miles
    Test number
    392655719638
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides inner arches (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both inner arches (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront inner arches corroded

  6. Pass69,060 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,060 miles
    Test number
    522653605046
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail69,060 miles (+1,641)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,060 miles
    Test number
    385712408596
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass67,419 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,419 miles
    Test number
    125657340999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,392 miles (+5,031)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,392 miles
    Test number
    500351703406
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front of wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass62,361 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,361 miles
    Test number
    235827987063
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under and around vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated

  11. Fail62,321 miles (+5,971)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,321 miles
    Test number
    402099905477
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due vehicle not running correctly (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under and around vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass56,350 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,350 miles
    Test number
    257084330257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,173 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,173 miles
    Test number
    793124381158
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Fail56,171 miles (+937)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,171 miles
    Test number
    586266214451
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass55,234 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,234 miles
    Test number
    525512310541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    54,643 miles
    Test number
    259438334227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,643 miles (+635)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,643 miles
    Test number
    186124034285
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass54,008 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,008 miles
    Test number
    309798543431
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pipes rusty
    • NoteSlight play in all wheel bearings
    • NoteVarious areas of corrosion

  19. Fail54,008 miles (+4,294)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,008 miles
    Test number
    925507943224
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pipes rusty
    • NoteSlight play in all wheel bearings
    • NoteVarious areas of corrosion

  20. Pass49,714 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,714 miles
    Test number
    187325682228
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe
    • NoteO/s/f seat slight play

  21. Fail49,714 miles (+1,509)3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,714 miles
    Test number
    945545482297
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe
    • NoteO/s/f seat slight play

  22. Pass48,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,205 miles
    Test number
    466578242062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,205 miles (+1,674)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,205 miles
    Test number
    228971841332
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass46,531 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,531 miles
    Test number
    790919510326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Fail46,531 miles (+4,691)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,531 miles
    Test number
    662559510384
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass41,840 miles (+8,791)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,840 miles
    Test number
    184354819391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass33,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,049 miles
    Test number
    830350718399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail33,049 miles (+395)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,049 miles
    Test number
    851824108388
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight play in all wheel bearings

  29. Pass32,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    32,654 miles
    Test number
    612384037361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T273 SSU

Does T273 SSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T273 SSU expired on 16 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T273 SSU?
The MOT on T273 SSU expired on 16 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T273 SSU done?
T273 SSU was recorded at 75,560 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2023, an average of 2,702 miles a year.
Has T273 SSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T273 SSU has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T273 SSU 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 T273 SSU find?
T273 SSU passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2023 with 8 advisories: coolant leak; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 5 more.

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