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BG05 RXD

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

180,531 mi
Last recorded180,531 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 RXD
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 180,531 miles

advise rear arms play

Fail 10 Nov 2015 180,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2 (3.5.1g)

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

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

advise rear arms play

Pass 22 Oct 2014 161,886 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 161,886 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit damaged and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 132,101 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 132,101 miles

Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

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

engine oil leaking badley

Pass 13 Mar 2012 112,474 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 112,474 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 94,845 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front tyers lo w head light swich poor condishion

Fail 25 Mar 2011 94,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front tyers lo w head light swich poor condishion

Fail 28 Aug 2009 63,141 miles

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 63,141 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 33,032 miles

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

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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BG05 RXD is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 BG05 RXD, 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 BG05 RXD registered?

BG05 RXD is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is BG05 RXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 RXD shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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