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P855 SGH

1996 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

148,952 mi
Last recorded148,952 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2009
Typical for 1996 Citroen Berlingo134,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP855 SGH
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2009 148,952 miles

Oil leak

brake pedal anti-slip pad worn on edge

nearside of rear number-plate loose

Fail 31 Mar 2009 148,948 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

brake pedal anti-slip pad worn on edge

nearside of rear number-plate loose

Fail 31 Mar 2008 146,520 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

nearside screen washer aim low

Pass 31 Mar 2008 146,520 miles

Oil leak

nearside screen washer aim low

Pass 3 Apr 2007 144,152 miles

all as per previous except 006 checked

Fail 26 Mar 2007 144,152 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres worn on outer edges

offside front tyre outer wall slight damage

steering rack wear to be checked after offside lower wishbone secured

Pass 24 Mar 2006 141,811 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 141,811 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

drivers seat-belt slow reeling back

oil leak

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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P855 SGH is a 1996 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 134,440 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 P855 SGH, 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 30 years old, this Citroen Berlingo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P855 SGH registered?

P855 SGH is a 1996 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 18 December 1996.

Is P855 SGH safe to buy?

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