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DS54 GMV

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,686 mi
Last recorded92,686 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS54 GMV
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 92,686 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill holed - not a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear - also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Sep 2025 92,686 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill holed - not a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear - also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 85,473 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 76,002 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 74,828 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 73,683 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 72,912 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 71,242 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 68,804 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 65,729 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 61,961 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 61,961 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 58,131 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 54,841 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 51,508 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 48,593 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 45,070 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 45,070 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 40,011 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 36,136 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 32,849 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 32,849 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DS54 GMV is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DS54 GMV, 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 DS54 GMV registered?

DS54 GMV is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 18 February 2005.

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The MOT history for DS54 GMV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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