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LX05 USV

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

65,272 mi
Last recorded65,272 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 USV
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 65,272 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (d))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 65,252 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (d))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 57,854 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 57,757 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 44,663 miles

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

reverse lights not working

Pass 6 Sep 2022 40,747 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 37,622 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 37,622 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 32,692 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 25,427 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 16,237 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 15,631 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 15,088 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 14,774 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 14,710 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 13,845 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 11,986 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall cracked.

offside front tyre sidewall cracked.

Fail 21 Feb 2013 11,986 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre sidewall cracked.

offside front tyre sidewall cracked.

Pass 20 Feb 2012 10,513 miles

offside wiperblade slightly split

Pass 2 Mar 2011 8,936 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 7,689 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 6,739 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 5,480 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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LX05 USV is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LX05 USV, 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 LX05 USV registered?

LX05 USV is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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The MOT history for LX05 USV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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