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AX53 FMJ

2003 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

225,957 mi
Last recorded225,957 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen Berlingo87,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 FMJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 225,957 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front side repeater indicator lens missing but taped over with orange tape

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' not in drivers vision (8.3.1a)

both door mirror covers broken and taped up

Fail 9 Nov 2017 225,949 miles

Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed badly perished on shoulders and cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lens broken and showing white light to rear (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light lens broken and showing a white light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front side repeater indicator lens missing but taped over with orange tape

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' not in drivers vision (8.3.1a)

both door mirror covers broken and taped up

Pass 19 Aug 2016 223,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perished

Nearside Side repeater lens cover missing

Nearside Wing mirror temporary repair

Offside Rear Light lens cracked

Offside Wing mirror temporary repair

Oil leak ()

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2016 223,398 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven Osr effort lower than nsr (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre perished

Nearside Side repeater lens cover missing

Nearside Wing mirror temporary repair

Offside Rear Light lens cracked

Offside Wing mirror temporary repair

Oil leak ()

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 215,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2015 215,402 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 204,023 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2014 203,995 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 202,016 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front screen stone not in swept area

wiper blades split

Pass 16 Dec 2011 199,913 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 199,905 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nearside mirror casing damaged

Pass 25 Nov 2010 197,819 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 197,819 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 196,705 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 192,002 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 168,722 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 168,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 122,466 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 122,465 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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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AX53 FMJ is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 AX53 FMJ, 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 AX53 FMJ registered?

AX53 FMJ is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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