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BG53 BDE

2003 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

168,440 mi
Last recorded168,440 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen Berlingo87,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 BDE
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 168,440 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 26 Oct 2015 168,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 29 Oct 2014 160,083 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

n/s door mirror slightly damaged

Fail 29 Oct 2014 160,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres starting to crack

n/s door mirror slightly damaged

Pass 5 Nov 2013 154,834 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 148,700 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 135,491 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 121,504 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 110,219 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 100,713 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 89,845 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 69,191 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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BG53 BDE is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG53 BDE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG53 BDE registered?

BG53 BDE is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BG53 BDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 BDE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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