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VN05 MYT

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

99,747 mi
Last recorded99,747 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 MYT
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 99,747 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various places underside (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust heavily corroded

General underbody corrosion

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 98,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust heavily corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 27 Oct 2023 97,985 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Exhaust back box corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2022 93,476 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 93,467 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both outer sills corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 88,522 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 83,993 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 80,079 miles

Front brake discs badly corroded on inner face

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 77,947 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 May 2018 77,947 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 May 2017 74,686 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 May 2017 74,686 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Apr 2016 70,643 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 66,759 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 66,759 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 63,194 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 63,194 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 54,179 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 49,557 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 49,557 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 44,430 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 37,639 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear seat belts - cage fitted - seats removed

Pass 10 Jul 2008 29,356 miles

rear seats removed not able to test rear seatbelts

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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VN05 MYT is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 VN05 MYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN05 MYT registered?

VN05 MYT is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is VN05 MYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN05 MYT shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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