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MF05 LXS

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

193,118 mi
Last recorded193,118 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 LXS
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 193,118 miles

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

Offside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 193,114 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 117,435 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 103,355 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 97,651 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 93,246 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 93,242 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 88,747 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 88,747 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front strut tops tight

Pass 31 Mar 2009 82,294 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

Fail 31 Mar 2009 82,294 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres starting to crack

Fail 31 Mar 2008 66,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 66,239 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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MF05 LXS is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 MF05 LXS, 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 MF05 LXS registered?

MF05 LXS is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 28 March 2005.

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