CITROEN FV12VML MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	CITROEN
Model	RELAY
Colour	WHITE
Year of manufacture	2012
Fuel type	DIESEL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 May 2012
Vehicle age	14 years
Type approval	N1
Date of last V5C issued	29 May 2026
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Recent acquisition
Estimated current ownership	0.1 years

local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption

Engine capacity	2,198 cc
Fuel type	DIESEL
CO₂ emissions (official)	0 g/km
CO₂ emissions (estimated)	~200 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)	~34 MPG
Environmental rating	9/10
ULEZ & Environmental Compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost	~£2,191

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 May 2027

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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 23 Sep 2026

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: FV12VML

MOT Expires In

days (23 Sep 2026)

Tax Expires In

286

days (01 May 2027)

Registration	FV12VML
MOT status	✓ Valid
MOT expiry date	23 Sep 2026
MOT days remaining	66 days
Tax status	Taxed
Tax due date	01 May 2027
Tax days remaining	286 days
V5C last issued	29 May 2026
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	4214 miles in ~3 months

psychologyAI & Advanced Insights

AI Buyer Risk Indicator	cancelHigh Risk — Caution Recommended
Smart Buyer Recommendation	Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
Vehicle Condition Rating	Very Poor
Vehicle Reliability Rating	0 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	95% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT Outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail Trend	Worsening
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)	Near class average
MOT History Score	20/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	87/100 — High Risk
Data Confidence Score	90%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Heavy / Long-Distance Use
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£3,271 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£2,191
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£1,080
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	Suspension & Steering, Lighting / Electrical
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	Not indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~0 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary CITROEN RELAY (2012), WHITE, DIESEL, 2,198cc. Has completed 19 MOT tests, with a 58% pass rate (11 passed, 8 failed). Recorded 174,743 miles, averaging 16,854 miles/yr. 4 dangerous defects recorded across all tests. 25 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 0/100 (Very Poor). Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.

historyMOT History Summary

MOT expiry date	2026-09-23
MOT pass rate	58%
Tests passed	11
Tests failed	8
Dangerous defects (total)	4
Major defects (total)	10
Minor defects (total)	12
Advisory items (total)	25
Pass / Fail trend	Worsening
vs. UK class average	Near class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (19 Tests)

MOT #19 2025-09-24 15:19

Test number: 941006752675

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Sep 2026

Odometer: 174,743 MI

Items: 4

Minor Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Minor Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £400 – £1,400

MOT #18 2025-09-24 15:19

Test number: 132601612387

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 174,743 MI

Items: 5

Minor Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Minor Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £440 – £1,600

MOT #17 2024-08-06 12:05

Test number: 978077266329

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 13 Aug 2025

Odometer: 156,397 MI

Items: 3

Minor Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Minor Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £250 – £1,000

MOT #16 2024-08-06 12:05

Test number: 715244047220

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 156,397 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Minor Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Minor Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £300 – £1,300

MOT #15 2023-08-14 07:46

Test number: 628398764256

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 13 Aug 2024

Odometer: 149,142 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory vehicle has under body corrosion

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £180 – £1,200

MOT #14 2023-08-12 08:21

Test number: 550202848491

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 149,135 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory vehicle has under body corrosion
Dangerous Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £290 – £1,650

MOT #13 2023-08-07 07:20

Test number: 476414921729

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 149,123 MI

Items: 3

Advisory vehicle has under body corrosion
Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory handbrake binding excessively

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £220 – £1,100

MOT #12 2023-08-04 10:02

Test number: 740135082691

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 149,119 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Coolant leak
Advisory vehicle has under body corrosion
Major Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side both (1.4.1 (a))
Dangerous Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £280 – £1,400

MOT #11 2022-07-28 08:06

Test number: 221212816740

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Aug 2023

Odometer: 133,764 MI

Items: 7

Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Advisory high handbrake travel
Minor Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Minor Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Power steering pump has slight seepage slight power steering leak from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mill (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mill (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £495 – £1,880

MOT #10 2021-08-05 10:18

Test number: 716246051068

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Aug 2022

Odometer: 123,785 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Advisory Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £175 – £450

MOT #9 2020-08-08 11:57

Test number: 920814414069

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Aug 2021

Odometer: 116,944 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £60 – £180

MOT #8 2020-07-30 09:25

Test number: 195538689631

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 116,877 MI

Items: 4

Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Major Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Major Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubbers deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £210 – £600

MOT #7 2019-07-22 15:31

Test number: 173310063482

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 04 Aug 2020

Odometer: 102,577 MI

Items: 2

Minor Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £130 – £700

MOT #6 2019-07-18 16:31

Test number: 806562378917

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 102,550 MI

Items: 5

Major Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
Major Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
Minor Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Dangerous Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £290 – £1,450

MOT #5 2018-08-04 12:37

Test number: 764127094653

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 04 Aug 2019

Odometer: 87,742 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #4 2018-08-03 13:10

Test number: 439687210000

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 87,732 MI

Items: 3

Major Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
Major Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
Dangerous Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £160 – £750

MOT #3 2017-08-05 09:47

Test number: 230854262417

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 04 Aug 2018

Odometer: 74,274 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #2 2016-04-25 17:04

Test number: 536686542649

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 22 May 2017

Odometer: 66,354 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #1 2015-05-13 13:02

Test number: 459083035168

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 22 May 2016

Odometer: 47,451 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	19
First registration	2015-05-13
Last registration	2025-09-24
Latest reading	174,743 miles
Annual avg (est.)	16,854 mi/yr
vs UK average	Above average
% of UK avg	237%
Mileage growth trend	Decreasing use
Wear level	98% — Very High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2015-05-13	47,451 miles
Registration #2	2016-04-25	66,354 miles
Registration #3	2017-08-05	74,274 miles
Registration #4	2018-08-03	87,732 miles
Registration #5	2018-08-04	87,742 miles
Registration #6	2019-07-18	102,550 miles
Registration #7	2019-07-22	102,577 miles
Registration #8	2020-07-30	116,877 miles
Registration #9	2020-08-08	116,944 miles
Registration #10	2021-08-05	123,785 miles
Registration #11	2022-07-28	133,764 miles
Registration #12	2023-08-04	149,119 miles
Registration #13	2023-08-07	149,123 miles
Registration #14	2023-08-12	149,135 miles
Registration #15	2023-08-14	149,142 miles
Registration #16	2024-08-06	156,397 miles
Registration #17	2024-08-06	156,397 miles
Registration #18	2025-09-24	174,743 miles
Registration #19	2025-09-24	174,743 miles

infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Handbrake	×7
Indicator Bulb	×1
Ball Joint	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Suspension	×6
Oil Leak Repair	×4
Corrosion & Welding	×4
Tyres	×4
Handbrake	×2

handymanAI Maintenance Suggestions

arrow_forwardInspect brake pads, discs and calipers — recurring brake-related items noted.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread depth and condition; replacement may be needed.
arrow_forwardSuspension components (bushes, shocks, ball joints) should be inspected.
arrow_forwardCorrosion noted — inspect underbody, sills, and structural areas.
arrow_forwardAt 14 years old, a full service including timing belt/chain check is recommended.
arrow_forwardHigh mileage vehicle — check coolant system, gearbox oil, and driveshaft boots.

checklistMOT Preparation Advice

arrow_forwardHave brakes checked by a mechanic before the MOT.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread (min 1.6mm) and tyre pressures.
arrow_forwardCheck suspension and steering for play or noise.
arrow_forwardEnsure all lights are working (headlights, brake lights, indicators).
arrow_forwardCheck windscreen wipers and washer fluid.
arrow_forwardCheck for underbody corrosion on sills and chassis.

build_circleEstimated Repair Costs by Defect Severity

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Dangerous Defects

£230 – £750

4 defects found

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Major Defects

£540 – £2,100

10 defects found

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Minor Defects

£600 – £3,600

12 items found

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Advisory Items

£2,420 – £9,710

25 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£3,880 – £16,660

Across all MOT tests

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Latest MOT Est.

£400 – £1,400

Most recent test

info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.

trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation

Est. Market Value

£800

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£108

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£3,271

Fuel + maintenance est.

Vehicle Age

years old

info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.