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MA05 BVZ

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

99,185 mi
Last recorded99,185 miles
Recorded on16 May 2012
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 BVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2012 99,185 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 98,939 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 May 2011 74,508 miles

Front brake discs pitted

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 24 May 2011 74,508 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake discs pitted

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 64,131 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Mar 2010 64,131 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2009 53,883 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 53,883 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 42,186 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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MA05 BVZ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 MA05 BVZ, 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 MA05 BVZ registered?

MA05 BVZ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is MA05 BVZ safe to buy?

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