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VF55 ABU

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,355 mi
Last recorded156,355 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 ABU
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 156,355 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 135,420 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 128,591 miles

Chip in windscreen but does not effect the view

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

O/s/f tyre worn on edges

Fail 28 Sep 2015 128,591 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Chip in windscreen but does not effect the view

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

O/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 25 Jun 2014 119,332 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

nail in near-side rear tyre(right on edge)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 119,261 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

nail in near-side rear tyre(right on edge)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 115,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 25 Jul 2013 115,652 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 102,282 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 81,219 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 May 2010 60,776 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 37,515 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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VF55 ABU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VF55 ABU, 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 VF55 ABU registered?

VF55 ABU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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