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RX05 NMU

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

100,896 mi
Last recorded100,896 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 NMU
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 100,896 miles

fan belt splitting

Fail 8 Sep 2016 100,894 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

fan belt splitting

Pass 8 Nov 2014 96,901 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 96,881 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front coil spring lower support incorectly positioned (rotated on leg)

offside rear tyre in poor condition, damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 17 May 2013 91,739 miles

EML on

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

o/s/r seat missing

Fail 13 May 2013 91,729 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

EML on

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

o/s/r seat missing

Pass 9 May 2012 76,663 miles

EML on

both rear assistance shock absorbers leaking

both rear tyres perished

n/s/f sill damaged

n/s/r tyre worn on edges. o/s/r worn on inner edge

noise from n/s/r wheel when rotated

Fail 2 May 2012 76,380 miles

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

EML on

both rear assistance shock absorbers leaking

both rear tyres perished

n/s/f sill damaged

n/s/r tyre worn on edges. o/s/r worn on inner edge

noise from n/s/r wheel when rotated

o/s/r seat belt stalk broken. NO SEAT FITTED

Pass 28 Apr 2011 61,369 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 61,369 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2010 51,285 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 51,285 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 27 Apr 2009 42,140 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 42,140 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 35,426 miles

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

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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RX05 NMU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 RX05 NMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX05 NMU registered?

RX05 NMU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RX05 NMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 NMU shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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