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SJ55 VRF

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 VRF
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Inner & Outer Sills Covered In Underseal

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All Underbody, Suspension Components, All Springs, Axle & Subframe Corroded Covered With Underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Service brake binding but not excessively Rear Wheels Binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fluctuating & Brakes Spongy (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 13 Sep 2025

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Inner & Outer Sills Covered In Underseal

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All Underbody, Suspension Components, All Springs, Axle & Subframe Corroded Covered With Underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Service brake binding but not excessively Rear Wheels Binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fluctuating & Brakes Spongy (1.2.1 (e))

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Sep 2024

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

Coil spring corroded x 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

brake pedal spongy

underbody corroded covered in underseal

Pass 14 Sep 2023 99,219 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake spongy (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both sills corroded and covered with underseal

rear shocker corroded

underbody corroded

Fail 13 Sep 2023 99,219 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front side mirror damaged

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake spongy (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both sills corroded and covered with underseal

rear shocker corroded

underbody corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2022 98,339 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 17 Sep 2022 98,338 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under body corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2021

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp incorrect colour to dim (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2020 33,725 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 32,409 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 31,395 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 20,577 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 15,500 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 110,377 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 103,572 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 97,870 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 90,944 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 85,220 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 80,892 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 78,533 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 61,336 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 46,474 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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SJ55 VRF is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 SJ55 VRF, 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 SJ55 VRF registered?

SJ55 VRF is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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