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SM55 TGJ

2005 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

104,576 mi
Last recorded104,576 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 TGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 104,576 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 104,576 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 96,371 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 96,371 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 92,307 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 92,307 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 89,922 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 89,922 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure drop link (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 87,914 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 87,914 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded all at lsv (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 80,562 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 80,562 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 72,258 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 65,140 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 59,980 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 59,980 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 52,310 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 45,517 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 35,975 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 25,886 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 TGJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 SM55 TGJ, 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 SM55 TGJ registered?

SM55 TGJ is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 19 October 2005.

Is SM55 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 TGJ shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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