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GL05 FKU

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,021 mi
Last recorded44,021 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 FKU
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 44,021 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 42,291 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 41,145 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 36,774 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 34,712 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 33,031 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 30,793 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 28,206 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 26,133 miles

Advise all 4 tyre sidewalls cracking & perishing

Fail 21 Jun 2017 26,133 miles

Advise all 4 tyre sidewalls cracking & perishing

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 22,658 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 20,253 miles

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 20,248 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 18,413 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 16,406 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 14,816 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 14,816 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,876 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 10,192 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 7,033 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 6,330 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 6,330 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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GL05 FKU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GL05 FKU, 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 GL05 FKU registered?

GL05 FKU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is GL05 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 FKU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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