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FM05 UPO

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

119,965 mi
Last recorded119,965 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 UPO
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 119,965 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak

Fail 29 Apr 2016 119,965 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2015 103,576 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)

Oil leak

Fail 29 Apr 2015 103,576 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)

Oil leak

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 90,331 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Apr 2014 90,331 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2013 76,914 miles

both rear tyres perishing

exhaust corroded

major oil leak

Fail 1 May 2013 76,914 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both rear tyres perishing

exhaust corroded

major oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2012 67,291 miles

Oil leak

airbag light on

Fail 26 Apr 2012 67,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

airbag light on

Pass 27 Apr 2011 56,286 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 May 2010 43,016 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2010 43,016 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2009 27,363 miles

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

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

high level brake light

Fail 24 Mar 2009 27,363 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

high level brake light

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 UPO is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 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 FM05 UPO, 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 UPO registered?

FM05 UPO is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 26 July 2005.

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The MOT history for FM05 UPO shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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