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AE51 AVT

2001 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,347 mi
Last recorded44,347 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Citroen Berlingo97,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 AVT
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 44,347 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 44,287 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 41,124 miles

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 38,479 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 35,265 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 33,340 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated OSR brake flexi perished/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Rear service brake effort low. (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 13 Apr 2022 33,338 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Excessive blow at rear of catalytic converter (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested Not tested due to major leak of exhaust gases (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Imbalance to service brake effort, OSR excessively low in normal working range (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSF disc heavily corroded inner and outer faces, advise replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair NSR service brake reducing effort under steady pressure, advise investigation (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened OSF disc heavily corroded inner and outer faces, advise replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 32,836 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 32,089 miles

wiper blades splitting but still clearing screen

Pass 24 Apr 2017 31,208 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 29,908 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 28,271 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 27,110 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 24,336 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 21,723 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 18,505 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 15,181 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear no plate illumination very poor

Pass 6 Apr 2009 13,347 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 10,990 miles

slight gearbox oil leak

slight seepage from steering rack

Pass 1 May 2007 9,159 miles

slight leak from o/s steering rack

Pass 5 May 2006 4,697 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 4,240 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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AE51 AVT is a 2001 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 97,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE51 AVT, 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 25 years old, this Citroen Berlingo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE51 AVT registered?

AE51 AVT is a 2001 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is AE51 AVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 AVT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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