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PF05 ZTB

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Beige Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

138,250 mi
Last recorded138,250 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF05 ZTB
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2026 138,250 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 117,830 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2025 117,786 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2024 105,782 miles

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

exhaust front clamp loose

service due displayed

Fail 5 Aug 2024 105,782 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

exhaust front clamp loose

service due displayed

Pass 17 Aug 2023 97,476 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2023 97,476 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Aug 2022 97,020 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 96,358 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 96,358 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 95,990 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 94,792 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 94,743 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 93,464 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 93,464 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 92,081 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both indicators (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 90,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Tested as presented. Rear seats folded down

Fail 2 Aug 2016 90,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Tested as presented. Rear seats folded down

Pass 17 Jul 2015 88,465 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 86,152 miles

Rear seat belts not tested due to seats folded down and cargo in rear area .

Pass 22 Aug 2013 84,124 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 84,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 76,448 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 76,448 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 68,520 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 57,275 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front tyre bald on outer shoulder recommend tracking

Pass 15 Jun 2009 43,959 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 29,836 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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PF05 ZTB is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Beige with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 PF05 ZTB, 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 PF05 ZTB registered?

PF05 ZTB is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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