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WV05 PLU

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,055 mi
Last recorded143,055 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV05 PLU
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 143,055 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 126,203 miles

engine noise

Pass 13 Mar 2014 115,106 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 103,880 miles

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

advise flat on nsr tyer

Fail 21 Mar 2013 103,880 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise flat on nsr tyer

Pass 7 Mar 2012 90,959 miles

ADVISE crack in windscreen

Fail 7 Mar 2012 90,959 miles

ADVISE crack in windscreen

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 81,221 miles

crack in windscreen

Fail 24 Mar 2011 81,221 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

crack in windscreen

Pass 17 Mar 2010 67,439 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 54,098 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 40,772 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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WV05 PLU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,997cc 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 WV05 PLU, 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

How do I check the history of WV05 PLU?

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What year was WV05 PLU registered?

WV05 PLU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is WV05 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV05 PLU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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