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LY05 MVC

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

172,847 mi
Last recorded172,847 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 MVC
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 172,847 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 169,089 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 166,122 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 160,015 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 160,015 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 153,904 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 146,518 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 143,751 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 128,533 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 121,707 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 115,733 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 111,209 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 111,209 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 97,712 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 97,712 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 79,810 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 79,810 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 51,936 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 51,936 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LY05 MVC is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 LY05 MVC, 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 LY05 MVC registered?

LY05 MVC is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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