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SM05 LXZ

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,885 mi
Last recorded144,885 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 LXZ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2018 144,885 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Axle structure corroded

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 143,098 miles

Rear Axle corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 141,316 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 136,975 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 132,406 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 122,615 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 110,196 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 96,418 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 81,024 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 66,080 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 57,138 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 44,709 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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SM05 LXZ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM05 LXZ, 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 SM05 LXZ registered?

SM05 LXZ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 11 May 2005.

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