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BW05 CEO

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

153,481 mi
Last recorded153,481 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW05 CEO
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 153,481 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s, n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2022 150,724 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 146,840 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 146,840 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 142,941 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill has surface corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 139,093 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 135,094 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 131,140 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 127,796 miles

slight play in nearside steering rack arm inner balljoint

Fail 11 May 2016 127,796 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance light source very dull (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam axle beam outer bush/bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance light source very dull (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam axle beam outer bush/bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.1a)

Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance both rear stop lights very dull (1.2.1d)

both drive shaft oil seals leaking

slight play in nearside steering rack arm inner ball joint

temp gauge high possible cooling fan not working

Pass 10 Jul 2015 124,644 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 124,644 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 113,709 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 113,709 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 105,864 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 98,831 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 95,039 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 95,039 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 202,677 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 202,677 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 162,996 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 162,677 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 117,724 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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BW05 CEO is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 84,923 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BW05 CEO, 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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BW05 CEO is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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