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DV55 WDY

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,976 mi
Last recorded129,976 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 WDY
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 129,976 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 129,876 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 127,754 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 127,754 miles

Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 126,008 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front subframe and suspension components signs of corrosion

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear axle and suspension components signs of corrosion

various underbody surface corrosion

Fail 27 Jun 2020 125,999 miles

Brake performance not tested tyres not in good condition (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle both doors (6.2.3 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2018 118,323 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 117,022 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 116,123 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 113,426 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 113,426 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 14 Nov 2011 100,153 miles

Offside rear door wont open from outside

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 100,153 miles

Offside rear door wont open from outside

Pass 4 Nov 2010 83,099 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 83,099 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 66,728 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 48,931 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DV55 WDY is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DV55 WDY, 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 DV55 WDY registered?

DV55 WDY is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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