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LM05 HZL

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,323 mi
Last recorded76,323 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 HZL
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 76,323 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner tread almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S and O/S lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 76,269 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Blocked (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner tread almost to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S and O/S lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 71,019 miles

No rear seats fitted at time of test

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 64,848 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 64,848 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Blocked (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 63,473 miles

No rear seats fitted at time of test

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

Fail 23 Mar 2023 63,473 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

No rear seats fitted at time of test

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 63,084 miles

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

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

No rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 8 May 2019 62,855 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 62,851 miles

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 62,470 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 15 Feb 2017 61,449 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 61,449 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 57,639 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 51,772 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 47,547 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 42,233 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 35,178 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 29,179 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 22,389 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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LM05 HZL is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LM05 HZL, 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 LM05 HZL registered?

LM05 HZL is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 8 July 2005.

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