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BD53 YLC

2003 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

129,842 mi
Last recorded129,842 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Citroen Berlingo87,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 YLC
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 129,842 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 129,842 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 124,924 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 113,973 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 103,123 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Jan 2016 103,123 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

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

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 90,917 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 79,696 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 79,696 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 66,434 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2013 66,434 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 53,378 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 42,089 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nsr tyre walls cracking

Pass 14 Jan 2010 36,553 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 32,962 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 27,543 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 21,700 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 YLC is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BD53 YLC, 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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BD53 YLC is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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