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BF55 VXT

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Silver Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,679 mi
Last recorded155,679 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 VXT
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2020 155,679 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2020 155,411 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking Pipes to steering rack at join (2.1.5 (a))

Auxiliary belt incorrectly fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre bald on inner edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

nearside front Tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 6 Feb 2019 140,145 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe front to rear, above rear axle slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Feb 2019 140,141 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Track control arm bush/front one-as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe front to rear, above rear axle slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 123,187 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

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

Offside headlight pattern poor

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 104,465 miles

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

damaged windscreen

front tyre's worn on edge's

Pass 11 Feb 2016 82,739 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 58,605 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2015 58,605 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 51,322 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 51,322 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 46,305 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 40,736 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 35,725 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 30,242 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 25,131 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 23,683 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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BF55 VXT is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Silver with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BF55 VXT, 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 BF55 VXT registered?

BF55 VXT is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 24 November 2005.

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