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BD53 HRP

2003 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

173,750 mi
Last recorded173,750 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen Berlingo87,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 HRP
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 173,750 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 173,749 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 165,196 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 157,661 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

slight braking inbalance accross rear axle

Fail 22 Nov 2014 157,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

slight braking inbalance accross rear axle

Pass 19 Oct 2013 149,788 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 12 Oct 2013 149,786 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 143,045 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 137,372 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 131,957 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 126,604 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 126,604 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 121,906 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 121,906 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 115,572 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2007 115,572 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 89,162 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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BD53 HRP is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BD53 HRP, 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 BD53 HRP registered?

BD53 HRP is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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