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FY05 TGU

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Green Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

186,153 mi
Last recorded186,153 miles
Recorded on11 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 TGU
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2021 186,153 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 179,738 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 173,057 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 173,057 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 166,936 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 158,558 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 158,482 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 147,871 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 136,570 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 116,595 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 29 Apr 2013 102,976 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 102,976 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 89,549 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 89,549 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 75,933 miles

front discs pitted on inside face

Pass 4 May 2010 66,522 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 56,681 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2008 44,947 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 44,947 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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FY05 TGU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Green with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FY05 TGU, 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 FY05 TGU registered?

FY05 TGU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is FY05 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 TGU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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