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BJ53 RFL

2003 Citroen Berlingo

Silver Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

65,635 mi
Last recorded65,635 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Citroen Berlingo87,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 RFL
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 65,635 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front strut top bearing startint to seize up

Pass 18 Apr 2023 59,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four of the tyres are cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2023 59,096 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four of the tyres are cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 40,482 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre slightly worn on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre slightly worn on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 25,690 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 25,687 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2017 25,617 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 25,550 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 25,550 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 25,530 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 25,426 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 25,426 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 25,278 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 25,278 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 2 Apr 2012 25,028 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 25,028 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 24,534 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 24,534 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 24,062 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 23,132 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 22,578 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 21,700 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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BJ53 RFL is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo in Silver with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 BJ53 RFL, 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 BJ53 RFL registered?

BJ53 RFL is a 2003 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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