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GV05 HBH

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

130,777 mi
Last recorded130,777 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 HBH
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 130,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 126,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under inflated (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under inflated (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

engine oil overfilled

power steering inconsistent

power steering overfilled

Pass 15 Jun 2021 122,978 miles

Engine oil overfilled

Power steering assistance is inconsistent .

Power steering fluid overfilled , leaking in alternator

Fail 15 Jun 2021 122,978 miles

Engine oil overfilled

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering assistance is inconsistent .

Power steering fluid overfilled , leaking in alternator

Pass 18 Jun 2020 114,967 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 108,157 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2018 100,467 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 93,351 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (spare tyre) 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 93,351 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (spare tyre) 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 86,058 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 79,093 miles

Both Rear Tyre starting to crack on edges

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jun 2015 79,093 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Both Rear Tyre starting to crack on edges

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2014 70,582 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 70,582 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 29 May 2013 62,558 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 56,767 miles

small nail in osr tyre,slight cut to nsr tyre

Pass 16 Jun 2011 49,698 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 39,734 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 27 May 2009 30,414 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 30,414 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 May 2008 23,213 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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GV05 HBH is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HBH, 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 HBH registered?

GV05 HBH is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 28 May 2005.

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