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SV55 DHY

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,203 mi
Last recorded137,203 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 DHY
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 137,203 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY AT REAR AXLE BEARINGS

Fail 7 Feb 2018 137,203 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)

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Wheel insecure spare (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY AT REAR AXLE BEARINGS

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively BRACET CORODED (3.4.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 124,009 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 124,009 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 110,051 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 110,051 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 103,348 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres slightly perished

Pass 6 Sep 2013 93,238 miles

exhaust tailpipe slightly deteriorated

Fail 2 Sep 2013 93,130 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust tailpipe slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2012 85,017 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs slightly worn and rusty around edges

both front tyres have slight damage to outer sidewalls

both rear tyres sidewalls slightly perished

Pass 2 Sep 2011 74,741 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

airbag light on

Fail 13 Sep 2010 62,240 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 62,240 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Sep 2009 50,029 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear tyres worn near limit

Pass 4 Sep 2008 38,036 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 38,036 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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SV55 DHY is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SV55 DHY, 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 SV55 DHY registered?

SV55 DHY is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is SV55 DHY safe to buy?

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