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FP05 RUA

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

85,410 mi
Last recorded85,410 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 RUA
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 85,410 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 80,601 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 79,121 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 75,425 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 74,357 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 72,995 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 71,954 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 69,043 miles

Rear seat belts not checked,seats folded

Pass 21 Mar 2018 65,805 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 63,045 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 58,651 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 55,908 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 51,915 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 47,366 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 42,799 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 42,799 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 37,964 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 32,163 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 26,545 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 26,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 21,289 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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FP05 RUA is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FP05 RUA, 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 FP05 RUA registered?

FP05 RUA is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is FP05 RUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 RUA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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