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SX05 DSE

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests17 (8 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate47.1%

Mileage

179,507 mi
Last recorded179,507 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX05 DSE
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 179,507 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 179,386 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 178,770 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 178,577 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 177,788 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 177,764 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 175,501 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 175,390 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 115,136 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 115,134 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2012 106,332 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

n/s rear tyre inner tread worn and cracking

Pass 12 Jul 2012 106,332 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

n/s rear tyre inner tread worn and cracking

Pass 25 Jul 2011 95,973 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2011 95,973 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 80,490 miles

n/ s front tyre heavy shoulder wear evident

rear indicator bulbs slightly discoloured

Pass 24 Jul 2009 67,329 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 52,048 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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SX05 DSE is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 47.1%.

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 SX05 DSE, 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 SX05 DSE registered?

SX05 DSE is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 July 2005.

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The MOT history for SX05 DSE shows 17 tests with a 47.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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