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A5 VWT

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,546 mi
Last recorded113,546 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 VWT
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 113,546 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 113,545 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 125,380 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2022 112,920 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 112,209 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 112,209 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 109,489 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 108,097 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 104,607 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Feb 2018 104,607 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp With Stop Lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 100,208 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 100,208 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 91,643 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2016 91,572 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2015 81,401 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 70,505 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 63,234 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 63,233 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 57,670 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 48,600 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 48,592 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 40,403 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 32,523 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 24,138 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Berlingo?

Based on 4,453,235 MOT tests across 354,716 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
7,167
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
354,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 117,833
Stop lamp not working 110,487
Registration plate lamp not working 95,795
position lamp(s) not working 76,407
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 75,499
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A5 VWT is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 84,923 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Berlingo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 117,833 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 VWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Berlingo typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen Berlingo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 VWT registered?

A5 VWT is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is A5 VWT safe to buy?

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