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LV05 BFA

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

115,259 mi
Last recorded115,259 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 BFA
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 115,259 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 115,259 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 108,440 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 101,457 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 93,661 miles

Rear exhaust loose

Fail 19 Mar 2015 93,661 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear exhaust loose

Pass 20 Mar 2014 86,486 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 77,462 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 77,462 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 69,700 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 61,604 miles

O/S wiperblade not in good condition

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 61,604 miles

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

O/S wiperblade not in good condition

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 54,984 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 45,778 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Mar 2009 45,776 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 Mar 2008 32,827 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 32,827 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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LV05 BFA is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV05 BFA, 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 LV05 BFA registered?

LV05 BFA is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LV05 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 BFA shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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