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GK05 RUW

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Green Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests29 (17 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate58.6%

Mileage

54,639 mi
Last recorded54,639 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 RUW
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

17 pass 12 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 54,639 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2026 54,639 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 52,849 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 52,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 51,596 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 51,596 miles

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 49,427 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jun 2023 49,427 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 May 2022
Fail 4 May 2022 45,763 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 May 2020 43,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 May 2020 43,772 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer at joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 42,042 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked

Fail 2 May 2018 42,042 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked

Pass 5 Apr 2017 40,800 miles

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

both front & n/s/r tyres perished

Fail 5 Apr 2017 40,800 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

both front & n/s/r tyres perished

Pass 31 Mar 2016 39,446 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 39,445 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 5 May 2015 38,705 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f & n/s/r tyres perished

Pass 5 May 2015 38,705 miles

o/s/f & n/s/r tyres perished

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 37,743 miles

offside front tyre perished

Pass 23 Apr 2013 35,714 miles

nearside rear tyre perrished

offside front tyre perrished

Pass 19 Apr 2012 34,413 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 34,413 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 32,435 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 30,375 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 26,714 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 26,714 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 18,142 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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GK05 RUW is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Green with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK05 RUW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GK05 RUW?

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What year was GK05 RUW registered?

GK05 RUW is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is GK05 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 RUW shows 29 tests with a 58.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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