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YP12 HCV

2012 Citroen Berlingo

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,584 mi
Last recorded196,584 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen Berlingo78,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 HCV
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 196,584 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 196,579 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 192,604 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 192,578 miles

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 192,578 miles

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

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 175,430 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 151,761 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 151,761 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb insecure (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 126,037 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 114,878 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 114,878 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure sharp edges (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 104,147 miles

Engine warning light on

Pass 1 Apr 2016 94,023 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 76,782 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 76,119 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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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YP12 HCV is a 2012 Citroen Berlingo in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 78,453 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 YP12 HCV, 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 14 years old, this Citroen Berlingo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YP12 HCV registered?

YP12 HCV is a 2012 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 24 April 2012.

Is YP12 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP12 HCV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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