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EJ05 FCN

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

133,200 mi
Last recorded133,200 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 FCN
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 133,200 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 122,929 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2020 122,929 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 115,444 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 108,887 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 99,080 miles

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

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 89,957 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 81,220 miles

n/s/r tyre worn inner and outer edges

o/s/r tyre worn inner and outer edges

Pass 20 Jun 2014 75,775 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 75,775 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 68,214 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 61,230 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 54,463 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 43,760 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 35,964 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 26,773 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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EJ05 FCN is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EJ05 FCN, 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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EJ05 FCN is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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