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GF05 LWJ

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,992 mi
Last recorded72,992 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 LWJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 72,992 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 63,555 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 63,555 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 49,061 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 32,174 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 32,172 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 28,547 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 24,465 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 18,443 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 14,784 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 11,073 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 11,073 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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GF05 LWJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GF05 LWJ, 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 GF05 LWJ registered?

GF05 LWJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is GF05 LWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 LWJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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