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VK05 XVW

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

124,454 mi
Last recorded124,454 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 XVW
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 124,454 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 120,371 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 120,371 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)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 105,059 miles

n/s rear indicator bulb starting to deterioate

Fail 26 Mar 2014 105,059 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

n/s rear indicator bulb starting to deterioate

Pass 27 Mar 2013 90,133 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 90,133 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 74,677 miles

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

airbag warning indicates fault

Pass 15 Mar 2011 56,322 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 42,146 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 28,165 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 28,165 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 18,941 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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VK05 XVW is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VK05 XVW, 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 VK05 XVW registered?

VK05 XVW is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is VK05 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 XVW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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