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BD05 FWY

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

76,950 mi
Last recorded76,950 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 FWY
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 76,950 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Aug 2026 76,950 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 74,859 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 71,341 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2024 71,304 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1 front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 67,782 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 67,777 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 65,981 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 59,759 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 48,713 miles

all 4 tyres slightly cracking.

Pass 30 Aug 2019 36,265 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 35,921 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 35,512 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 35,027 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 34,330 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 32,823 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 30,659 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 28,033 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 26,152 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 24,256 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 22,354 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 20,180 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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BD05 FWY is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 BD05 FWY, 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.

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What year was BD05 FWY registered?

BD05 FWY is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BD05 FWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 FWY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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