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GV05 FRN

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

101,430 mi
Last recorded101,430 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 FRN
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 101,430 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 98,634 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 98,175 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 97,289 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 97,191 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 95,553 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 94,110 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 94,093 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 92,502 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 87,532 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 82,459 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 77,794 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 73,493 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 68,568 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 68,568 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 60,206 miles
Fail 19 May 2012

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 May 2011 48,120 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 38,792 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 8 May 2009 29,382 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 May 2008 21,040 miles

All tyres,tread worn on outer edge.

Nearside front tyre tread worn smooth on outer edge.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2008 21,040 miles

All tyres,tread worn on outer edge.

Nearside front tyre tread worn smooth on outer edge.

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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GV05 FRN 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 86.4%.

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 GV05 FRN, 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 GV05 FRN registered?

GV05 FRN is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is GV05 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 FRN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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