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VA54 HLW

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,057 mi
Last recorded136,057 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA54 HLW
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 136,057 miles

both front tyres near limit [185/65 r15 88t]

Fail 27 Jan 2015 136,057 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres near limit [185/65 r15 88t]

Pass 31 Jan 2014 129,323 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2014 129,323 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 124,921 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2013 124,921 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2012 115,157 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 98,690 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 82,930 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 65,119 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 65,119 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 47,590 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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VA54 HLW is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VA54 HLW, 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 VA54 HLW registered?

VA54 HLW is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is VA54 HLW safe to buy?

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