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BG53 BEJ

2003 Citroen Berlingo

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,331 mi
Last recorded122,331 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen Berlingo87,411 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 BEJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 May 2015 122,331 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 May 2015 122,331 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 109,287 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 99,820 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 93,485 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 93,485 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 85,611 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 79,029 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 61,370 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 34,717 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 34,717 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 29,810 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 BEJ is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BEJ, 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 BG53 BEJ registered?

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

Is BG53 BEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 BEJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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