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LB05 NBJ

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

66,676 mi
Last recorded66,676 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 NBJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 66,676 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 11 Feb 2026 66,566 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 14 Feb 2025 56,892 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front brake pads appear to be wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 56,892 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front brake pads appear to be wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 45,779 miles

Signs of oil leak - rocker cover area

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 40,196 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 38,785 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 37,629 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 36,747 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 35,995 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 35,197 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 34,130 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 33,421 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 32,893 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 32,163 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 30,962 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 29,951 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 26,558 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 22,208 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 18,761 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 14,852 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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LB05 NBJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LB05 NBJ, 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 LB05 NBJ registered?

LB05 NBJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LB05 NBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 NBJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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