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SF55 ELW

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

163,002 mi
Last recorded163,002 miles
Recorded on5 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 ELW
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2020 163,002 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 150,393 miles

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

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

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

Rear exhaust crooded+near side inner sill croded

Fail 30 Aug 2018 150,393 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust crooded+near side inner sill croded

Pass 8 Jun 2017 146,405 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 144,301 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 142,551 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 137,874 miles

slight play o/s/ inner rack joint

Pass 28 Oct 2013 125,395 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 117,205 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 110,783 miles

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

slight play in steering rack o/s

Pass 29 Oct 2010 98,758 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 82,300 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 66,992 miles

slight play in nearside front inner rack

spare wheel carrier slightly loose

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 ELW is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 ELW, 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 ELW registered?

SF55 ELW is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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