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AU08 ODJ

2008 Citroen Berlingo

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

126,785 mi
Last recorded126,785 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Berlingo83,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 ODJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 126,785 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded to the extent that there is a hole, but is not within a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 28 May 2026 126,784 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded to the extent that there is a hole, but is not within a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2025 118,849 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 May 2025 118,849 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 110,603 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 103,794 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 96,718 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 89,652 miles

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Jan 2020 89,650 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jan 2019 77,642 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Jan 2019 77,641 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inside of tyre due to being run flat (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jan 2018 62,680 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 62,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Rear exhaust mounting bracket has been welded to the rear exhaust box part of it is corroded away

Pass 12 Jan 2017 54,193 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 49,356 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 43,195 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

removed plastic bottle from under drivers seat causing srs warning light to come on light out once removed system ok

Pass 15 Jan 2014 38,661 miles

both front tyres perrished & cracked

Pass 14 Jan 2013 33,100 miles

nsf, osf, osr tyres are perished

Fail 14 Jan 2013 33,100 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

nsf, osf, osr tyres are perished

Pass 24 Jan 2012 27,842 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 24 Jan 2012 27,842 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 22,881 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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AU08 ODJ is a 2008 Citroen Berlingo in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 83,602 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 AU08 ODJ, 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 18 years old, this Citroen Berlingo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU08 ODJ registered?

AU08 ODJ is a 2008 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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