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SM55 LLP

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

34,538 mi
Last recorded34,538 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 LLP
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 34,538 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes perished and casing damaged (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes perished and casing damaged (5.3.2 (c))

front axel and components corroded

rear axel and components corroded

Fail 13 Aug 2025 34,538 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel cooler leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes perished and casing damaged (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes perished and casing damaged (5.3.2 (c))

front axel and components corroded

rear axel and components corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2024 34,170 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 33,475 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 33,475 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 corners corrosion on brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipes have various corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 33,223 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various degrees of corrosion on brake pipes/ all 4 corners of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 32,944 miles

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust back box bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 31,956 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 31,271 miles

Some of the rear brake pipes are slightly corroded.

Pass 7 Aug 2018 30,008 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

cant fully inspect front brake pads

engine and under covers

Fail 7 Aug 2018 30,008 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

cant fully inspect front brake pads

engine and under covers

Pass 9 Aug 2017 27,391 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 24,920 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2015 21,954 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 19,018 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 16,306 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine cover insecure

Pass 13 Aug 2013 16,306 miles

engine cover insecure

Pass 17 Sep 2012 14,282 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 14,282 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 11,672 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 8,811 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 6,003 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 4,406 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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SM55 LLP is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SM55 LLP, 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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SM55 LLP is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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