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W638 RNM

2000 Citroen Berlingo

Green Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

100,315 mi
Last recorded100,315 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2015
Typical for 2000 Citroen Berlingo106,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW638 RNM
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2015 100,315 miles

both front headlamps dim

both front lower arm bushes worn

corrosion to outer sills and floorpan areas

slight brake inbalance front

Pass 19 Dec 2014 100,313 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Dec 2014 100,313 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

o/s/f slight brake bind

Pass 17 Sep 2013 100,313 miles

corrosion starting to floorpan and sill areas

slight blow from exhaust rear section

slight play in both front lower arm bushes

Fail 12 Sep 2013 100,313 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion starting to floorpan and sill areas

slight blow from exhaust rear section

slight play in both front lower arm bushes

Pass 28 Feb 2012 103,151 miles

engine oil leak

slight corrosion to inner sills and floor areas

slight play in both lower arm bushes front

Fail 1 Jul 2009 100,313 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

front number plate faded

Pass 4 Jan 2008 100,313 miles

odometer appears not to be working

Fail 3 Jan 2008 100,313 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 100,282 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 100,212 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Fail 6 Jan 2006 81,980 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 81,980 miles

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

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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W638 RNM is a 2000 Citroen Berlingo in Green with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2000 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 106,222 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 W638 RNM, 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 26 years old, this Citroen Berlingo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W638 RNM registered?

W638 RNM is a 2000 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 17 July 2000.

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