2006 Citroen Berlingo 1.9L Diesel · BJ56 AGZ

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2021‑10‑25 records a pass but also a fail for the offside rear stop lamp and a nearside front anti‑roll bar ball joint that is excessively worn. The pattern of defects shows a gradual shift from serious structural issues such as broken coil springs and deteriorated suspension bushes in 2015‑2016 to mainly electrical and wear‑related items like lights, brake binding and tyre wear in later years. This indicates the maintenance trend has stabilised, with fewer failures and less severe problems, yet the unresolved lamp and anti‑roll bar faults keep the car on the edge of roadworthiness. Mileage accumulated from 68,557 miles in 2013 to 90,991 miles in 2021, a total of 22,434 miles over eight years, averaging roughly 2,800 miles per year—considerably lower than the 4,550‑mile annual estimate. The MOT records become sparse after 2021, leaving a gap of nearly five years without a test, so the current mechanical condition is uncertain and the vehicle is not legally admissible for road use. A buyer should verify that the offside rear stop lamp functions and inspect the nearside front anti‑roll bar ball joint for excessive play. Check brake pads for thickness below 1.5 mm and listen for binding at the offside front brake. Examine the nearside front coil spring for cracks and the suspension arm rubber bushes for deterioration. Confirm tyre tread depth on the front tyres, ensure wheel studs are present and secure, and test wiper and washer operation. Look for corrosion on the front suspension mounts and any rust on the chassis rails, as the long interval without an MOT may have allowed minor corrosion to progress. Because there has been no MOT since October 2021, the vehicle’s mechanical state may have further declined. A pre‑purchase inspection should include a road test for steering stability, brake pedal feel and any unusual noises from the suspension. Request any repair invoices related to the 2021 failures to confirm that the lamp and anti‑roll bar issues were fully addressed.