MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
129,410 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Citroen Berlingo?
Based on 4,453,235 MOT tests across 354,716 vehicles.
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SL05 BVT is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 SL05 BVT, 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 SL05 BVT registered?
SL05 BVT is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 21 March 2005.
Is SL05 BVT safe to buy?
The MOT history for SL05 BVT shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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