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SF55 ELC

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,090 mi
Last recorded64,090 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 ELC
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 64,090 miles

corrosion on outer sills

front no plate deteriorating

n/s door mirror damaged

Pass 12 Jan 2015 64,090 miles

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

slight damage to both front outriggers

vehicle has plate fixed more than 30cm away from body mountings

Fail 12 Jan 2015 64,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

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

slight damage to both front outriggers

vehicle has plate fixed more than 30cm away from body mountings

Pass 22 Jan 2014 64,090 miles

Battery tray loose

Both sides front floar damaged at jacking points O/S floar has small hole N/S floar has a plate fitted

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Steering rack has slight play N/S

Pass 17 Jan 2013 64,090 miles

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

O/S rear light lens cracked

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 64,090 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 64,090 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 49,580 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 38,006 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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SF55 ELC is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SF55 ELC, 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 SF55 ELC registered?

SF55 ELC is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is SF55 ELC safe to buy?

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