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FT54 DWJ

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

104,798 mi
Last recorded104,798 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT54 DWJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 104,798 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 104,798 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 96,318 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 88,876 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 88,876 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 79,562 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 79,562 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 71,014 miles

Front brake discs corroded/worn

Pass 13 Feb 2015 56,454 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 47,681 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 33,351 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 31,064 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2012 31,064 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 27,679 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 24,024 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 18,099 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 13,983 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 13,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FT54 DWJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FT54 DWJ, 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 FT54 DWJ registered?

FT54 DWJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 23 February 2005.

Is FT54 DWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT54 DWJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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