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BT55 HUA

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

153,260 mi
Last recorded153,260 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 HUA
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 153,260 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 153,260 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced axle (2.4.F.2)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced mounting (2.4.F.2)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate x two (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 9 May 2015 142,088 miles

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175/65/14 X 4

2 X F/B/DISCS SCAGGY-PODOT

NSF TYRE=1.75

OIL LEAK

T/BELT & SERVICE?-CHECK VEHICLE RECORDS

Fail 6 May 2015 142,088 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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175/65/14 X 4

2 X F/B/DISCS SCAGGY-PODOT

NSF TYRE=1.75

OIL LEAK

T/BELT & SERVICE?-CHECK VEHICLE RECORDS

Pass 22 Apr 2014 134,057 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 133,723 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 1 May 2013 124,101 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 124,101 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 119,473 miles

airbag warning light on

Pass 17 Nov 2011 112,098 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs very worn

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Fail 17 Nov 2011 112,097 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs very worn

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 10 Dec 2010 95,178 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 95,176 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 79,032 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 79,026 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin incorrectly positioned (2.4.G.3a)

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 3 Dec 2008 64,285 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2008 64,285 miles

Oil leak

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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BT55 HUA is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 BT55 HUA, 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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BT55 HUA is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 22 November 2005.

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