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FM05 BXJ

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

145,796 mi
Last recorded145,796 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 BXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 145,796 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 136,771 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2015 123,677 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 110,531 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 110,512 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 92,752 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 80,961 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 68,480 miles

air bag warning light on

damage to offside rear lamp assembly

Pass 28 Apr 2010 58,337 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 34,704 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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FM05 BXJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FM05 BXJ, 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 FM05 BXJ registered?

FM05 BXJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 27 August 2005.

Is FM05 BXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 BXJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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