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BV05 FXL

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,192 mi
Last recorded156,192 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 FXL
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 156,192 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 156,190 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 149,250 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 149,250 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 140,364 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 131,320 miles

Nearside Inner Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 120,914 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Oct 2015 110,761 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 105,234 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 91,249 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 79,705 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 79,705 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 65,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 51,290 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 36,563 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 36,563 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 31,807 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 23,492 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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BV05 FXL is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BV05 FXL, 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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What year was BV05 FXL registered?

BV05 FXL is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is BV05 FXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 FXL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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