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SW54 DCU

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

146,652 mi
Last recorded146,652 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW54 DCU
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 146,652 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Fail 22 Sep 2016 146,652 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 23 Sep 2015 138,348 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box leaking at joint (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 127,477 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r suspension front bolt tight but not full flush to mounting

Fail 7 Oct 2014 127,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 114,617 miles

nsf tyre close to limits

nsr tyre wearing on inner edge

underbody corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2013 114,617 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nsf tyre close to limits

nsr tyre wearing on inner edge

underbody corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2012 105,283 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 105,283 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 86,151 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 71,065 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 53,795 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Jun 2009 53,795 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2008 41,280 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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SW54 DCU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 SW54 DCU, 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 SW54 DCU registered?

SW54 DCU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 5 January 2005.

Is SW54 DCU safe to buy?

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