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AV53 UCF

2003 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,083 mi
Last recorded71,083 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen Berlingo87,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 UCF
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 71,083 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 69,686 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 23 Apr 2014 69,686 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 24 Apr 2013 66,223 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 66,223 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 62,584 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 60,935 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 57,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 57,578 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 53,973 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 50,849 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 49,355 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 42,758 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 38,108 miles

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

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

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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AV53 UCF is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 87,411 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 AV53 UCF, 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 23 years old, this Citroen Berlingo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV53 UCF registered?

AV53 UCF is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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