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P119 XBV

1997 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

108,334 mi
Last recorded108,334 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Citroen Berlingo134,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP119 XBV
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2009 108,334 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 108,334 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 100,785 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 100,785 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 94,064 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 94,064 miles

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 89,138 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2006 89,135 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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P119 XBV is a 1997 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 134,874 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 P119 XBV, 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 29 years old, this Citroen Berlingo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P119 XBV registered?

P119 XBV is a 1997 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P119 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P119 XBV shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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