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LF05 XBM

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

115,537 mi
Last recorded115,537 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 XBM
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 115,537 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 105,340 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front wing damaged

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

both side rear doors damaged

Pass 3 Dec 2020 85,810 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2020 85,807 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 80,627 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 78,451 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 76,416 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 73,256 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 69,687 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 65,574 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 61,618 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 61,618 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 55,144 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 49,132 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 43,179 miles

nearside front tyre starting to wear on the outer edge.

Pass 4 Dec 2009 36,597 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 30,508 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 30,506 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 24,016 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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LF05 XBM is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LF05 XBM, 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 LF05 XBM registered?

LF05 XBM is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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The MOT history for LF05 XBM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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