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FY55 EXO

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Silver Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

109,499 mi
Last recorded109,499 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 EXO
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2020 109,499 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2020 109,489 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

n/s/f mirror glass cracked. master cylinder cap replaced with foil and rubber band,secure at time of test

Pass 2 Nov 2018 99,103 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70R14 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. around slips (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 88,142 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 88,142 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 73,818 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 56,717 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 18 Nov 2015 56,717 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 2 Dec 2014 43,054 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 43,054 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 41,659 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 39,314 miles

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

n/s+o/s/front brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2011 36,609 miles

cosmetic damage to o/s mirror head

Pass 16 Nov 2010 33,232 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 33,134 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 28,572 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 22,828 miles

Oil leak

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

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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FY55 EXO is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Silver with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FY55 EXO, 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 FY55 EXO registered?

FY55 EXO is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is FY55 EXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 EXO shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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