Citroen Berlingo Multispace Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Citroen Berlingo Multispace reliable? We analysed 27,109 real MOT tests across 3,575 vehicles to find out.
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The Citroen Berlingo Multispace is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen Berlingo Multispace.
Citroen Berlingo Multispace Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Citroen Berlingo Multispace. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Citroen Berlingo Multispace MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Citroen Berlingo Multispace to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Citroen Berlingo Multispace Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen Berlingo Multispace models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Citroen Berlingo Multispace Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Citroen Berlingo Multispace owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Citroen Berlingo Multispace MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen Berlingo Multispace year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 97 | 83.5% | 12,762 | 18,237 | 28,734 |
| 2020 | 260 | 77.7% | 12,488 | 24,198 | 38,843 |
| 2019 | 1,418 | 82.2% | 10,622 | 20,302 | 39,293 |
| 2018 | 6,659 | 81.6% | 14,790 | 27,356 | 44,535 |
| 2017 | 10,850 | 81.9% | 18,632 | 32,487 | 50,321 |
| 2016 | 2,895 | 81.1% | 19,485 | 35,006 | 54,228 |
| 2015 | 777 | 80.1% | 23,000 | 40,722 | 62,126 |
| 2014 | 1,055 | 77.4% | 24,177 | 38,254 | 62,590 |
| 2013 | 760 | 77.1% | 24,110 | 40,830 | 61,780 |
| 2012 | 491 | 78.0% | 30,818 | 47,352 | 70,294 |
| 2011 | 267 | 75.7% | 34,518 | 56,835 | 90,864 |
| 2010 | 218 | 70.6% | 35,800 | 62,356 | 88,980 |
| 2009 | 162 | 73.5% | 36,380 | 60,794 | 120,873 |
| 2008 | 110 | 72.7% | 44,640 | 60,636 | 83,837 |
| 2007 | 168 | 70.2% | 44,580 | 60,984 | 77,156 |
| 2006 | 153 | 72.5% | 54,021 | 80,666 | 106,718 |
| 2005 | 223 | 78.0% | 27,400 | 47,791 | 82,477 |
| 2004 | 162 | 74.1% | 34,314 | 51,918 | 74,030 |
| 2003 | 93 | 72.0% | 39,887 | 59,550 | 91,543 |
How Long Does a Citroen Berlingo Multispace Last?
Based on 3,575 Citroen Berlingo Multispace vehicles on UK roads.
Citroen Berlingo Multispace Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Citroen Berlingo Multispace 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 Multispace
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.5% MOT pass rate from 97 tests
70.2% MOT pass rate from 168 tests
The best year to buy a used Citroen Berlingo Multispace is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.5% across 97 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.2% — 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 Multispace Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen Berlingo Multispace THIS CAR | 80.7% | 27,109 | 32,724 mi | 13 yrs |
| Citroen Xsara | 69.1% | 5,047,330 | 77,497 mi | 28 yrs |
| Citroen Berlingo | 70.1% | 4,453,235 | 83,738 mi | 29 yrs |
| Citroen C3 | 72.7% | 4,435,918 | 53,913 mi | 24 yrs |
| Renault Captur S Edition Tce | 91% | 14,649 | 23,640 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen Berlingo Multispace outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Citroen Berlingo Multispace has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.7% across 27,109 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
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 Multispace 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 Multispace owner drives around 4,975 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 Multispace models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.