Citroen Berlingo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Citroen Berlingo reliable? We analysed 4,453,235 real MOT tests across 354,716 vehicles to find out.
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The Citroen Berlingo is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, stop lamp not working and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen Berlingo.
Citroen Berlingo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Citroen Berlingo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Citroen Berlingo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Citroen Berlingo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Citroen Berlingo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Citroen Berlingo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Citroen Berlingo Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen Berlingo models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Citroen Berlingo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Citroen Berlingo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Citroen Berlingo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen Berlingo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 78 | 79.5% | 13,877 | 19,088 | 31,380 |
| 2022 | 739 | 85.5% | 10,928 | 21,893 | 37,038 |
| 2021 | 15,870 | 77.9% | 30,770 | 47,142 | 67,438 |
| 2020 | 49,773 | 78.2% | 32,771 | 50,843 | 72,164 |
| 2019 | 80,226 | 77.7% | 31,488 | 51,361 | 76,774 |
| 2018 | 95,642 | 73.6% | 38,092 | 60,006 | 87,321 |
| 2017 | 114,928 | 73.8% | 42,638 | 65,920 | 94,032 |
| 2016 | 148,791 | 73.8% | 41,647 | 66,330 | 97,135 |
| 2015 | 186,967 | 72.9% | 44,137 | 69,495 | 101,964 |
| 2014 | 204,748 | 72.3% | 46,593 | 73,988 | 107,776 |
| 2013 | 202,589 | 71.9% | 49,484 | 78,214 | 113,651 |
| 2012 | 181,187 | 71.4% | 48,961 | 78,453 | 115,193 |
| 2011 | 172,593 | 70.5% | 52,911 | 85,042 | 122,958 |
| 2010 | 179,220 | 70.1% | 54,332 | 87,163 | 124,914 |
| 2009 | 216,740 | 70.5% | 50,952 | 81,503 | 117,545 |
| 2008 | 203,511 | 69.9% | 53,918 | 83,602 | 117,079 |
| 2007 | 265,892 | 69.9% | 55,185 | 84,362 | 116,884 |
| 2006 | 293,709 | 70.3% | 55,183 | 84,784 | 117,914 |
| 2005 | 281,187 | 69.6% | 55,130 | 84,923 | 118,377 |
| 2004 | 332,328 | 69.6% | 56,468 | 86,834 | 120,039 |
How Long Does a Citroen Berlingo Last?
Based on 354,716 Citroen Berlingo vehicles on UK roads.
Citroen Berlingo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Citroen Berlingo MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen Berlingo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.5% MOT pass rate from 739 tests
63.3% MOT pass rate from 6,042 tests
The best year to buy a used Citroen Berlingo is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.5% across 739 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Citroen Berlingo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen Berlingo THIS CAR | 70.1% | 4,453,235 | 83,738 mi | 29 yrs |
| Citroen Xsara | 69.1% | 5,047,330 | 77,497 mi | 28 yrs |
| Citroen C3 | 72.7% | 4,435,918 | 53,913 mi | 24 yrs |
| Citroen C4 | 72% | 3,110,282 | 63,336 mi | 21 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen C3 (72.7% pass rate), the Citroen Berlingo sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Citroen Berlingo has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.1% across 4,453,235 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Citroen Berlingo are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (117,833 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (110,487), and registration plate lamp not working (95,795). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Citroen Berlingo with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Citroen Berlingo owner drives around 7,167 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Citroen Berlingo models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.