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SB05 SSO

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

111,761 mi
Last recorded111,761 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 SSO
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 111,761 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 30 Jul 2025 110,017 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 110,742 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 109,641 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 109,627 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 108,587 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 101,953 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 97,259 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 93,665 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 93,665 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 84,932 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 84,927 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipe end (wheel Arch) (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Inner Steering component damaged and unserviceable Gaitor torn (2.2.C.1d)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe end (wheel Arch)

Rear silencer and mounting bracket heavily corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2016 74,261 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge of tread.

Fail 6 Oct 2016 74,261 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge of tread.

Pass 21 Oct 2015 64,828 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 64,584 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 52,926 miles

Offside front and Offside rear metal brake pipes have some localised corrosion .

Pass 4 Oct 2013 43,123 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 34,461 miles

Front brake discs corroded / worn.

Fail 16 Oct 2012 34,461 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake discs corroded / worn.

Pass 21 Oct 2011 26,037 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 24,994 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 21,458 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 21,457 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 14 May 2009 18,698 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 15,996 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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SB05 SSO is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SB05 SSO, 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 SB05 SSO registered?

SB05 SSO is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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