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RL05 YOJ

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests27 (15 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

141,328 mi
Last recorded141,328 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL05 YOJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 12 fail
Fail 12 May 2022 141,328 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner/ outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner/outer edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside rear tyre worn on inner /outer edge

Pass 27 Apr 2021 134,307 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2021 134,307 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2020 133,302 miles
Fail 5 May 2020 133,302 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 132,005 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 131,478 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 131,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 128,620 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

nearside foot brake and handbrake only just met requirements

Fail 19 Apr 2017 128,618 miles

Battery insecure clamp missing (1.9.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

nearside foot brake and handbrake only just met requirements

Pass 4 Apr 2016 121,426 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Apr 2016 121,426 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 114,557 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2015 114,556 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 May 2014 107,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2014 107,949 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 106,829 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 106,829 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 100,179 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nsr tyre perrishing

Fail 20 Aug 2011 87,528 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 87,528 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2010 80,915 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 80,915 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 71,952 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 67,511 miles

nail in o/s/r side wall

Pass 29 Apr 2008 50,096 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 50,096 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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RL05 YOJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 RL05 YOJ, 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 RL05 YOJ registered?

RL05 YOJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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