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GF05 VPL

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Silver Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

121,811 mi
Last recorded121,811 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 VPL
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 121,811 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 120,756 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 119,949 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 119,064 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 118,359 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 116,968 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 116,968 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 113,309 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 109,168 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 102,813 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 94,209 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 86,190 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 77,335 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 68,621 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 58,752 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 58,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 48,785 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 37,589 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 24,897 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 VPL is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Silver with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GF05 VPL, 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 VPL registered?

GF05 VPL is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is GF05 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 VPL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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