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FL05 CHK

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

127,990 mi
Last recorded127,990 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 CHK
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2021 127,990 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 124,983 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2020 124,983 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 121,233 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 121,233 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 118,107 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 115,231 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 111,919 miles

oil leaking from engine

Pass 16 Jan 2015 108,733 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 100,951 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 94,780 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 88,324 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 81,658 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 76,588 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 70,965 miles

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

both front tyres + o/s/r tyre wearing slightly on edges

Pass 19 Feb 2008 61,675 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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FL05 CHK is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FL05 CHK, 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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FL05 CHK is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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