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YC05 WVM

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

87,659 mi
Last recorded87,659 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 WVM
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 87,659 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wing corroded, no sharp edges at time of test

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded, no sharp edges at time of test

Rear axel showing corrosion

tow bar showing corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2025 86,129 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Axel heavily corroded

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2025 86,128 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged Bracket for wiring broken away and catching tyre (1.6 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged Bracket for wiring broken away and catching tyre (1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished and cracked with cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished and cracked with cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Drivers floor chassis rail corroded but not holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axel heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 83,664 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box deteriorated/corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill corrosion. Firm under hand pressure (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill corrosion. Firm under hand pressure (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear axel showing heavy corrosion

Pass 7 Jun 2023 82,028 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 80,484 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 80,484 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 78,569 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 77,238 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 75,092 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 75,092 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 72,129 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 72,129 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 69,764 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 67,005 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 63,461 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 59,455 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 54,779 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 49,122 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 44,519 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 39,071 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 39,071 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 34,348 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2009 34,348 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 29,122 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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YC05 WVM is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 YC05 WVM, 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 YC05 WVM registered?

YC05 WVM is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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