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BG53 BEY

2003 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

134,615 mi
Last recorded134,615 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen Berlingo87,411 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 BEY
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2014 134,615 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 134,615 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 128,658 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 128,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 121,043 miles

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 22 Jun 2011 112,275 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 112,275 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 101,499 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 101,499 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 87,069 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 67,464 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 BEY is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 BG53 BEY, 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 BEY registered?

BG53 BEY is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is BG53 BEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 BEY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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