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BV05 FXM

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Beige Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

68,291 mi
Last recorded68,291 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 FXM
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 68,291 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2025 67,232 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 64,178 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 15 Feb 2024 64,178 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 22 Feb 2023 63,256 miles

Central Rear axle \stub axle and related components have heavy surface corrosion

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 61,782 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear rear axle corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2021 60,708 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 59,511 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 56,590 miles

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 21 Feb 2018 52,944 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre thin on inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2017 50,257 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 46,663 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 43,251 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 40,595 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 36,423 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 36,423 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 33,281 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 33,281 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2011 28,953 miles

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 22 Feb 2011 28,953 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 24,350 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 18,934 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 14,796 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 FXM is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Beige with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FXM, 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 FXM registered?

BV05 FXM is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is BV05 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 FXM shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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