2011 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · E26 JEF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 132,886 miles passed, it carried several advisories regarding suspension components and braking surfaces. The overall condition appears unstable, as evidenced by the significant July 2024 failure where multiple mechanical and electrical faults occurred simultaneously, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach a point of legal failure. At 132,886 miles, the Citroen Berlingo averages approximately 8,800 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a 15-year-old commercial vehicle. Record shows a gap of over 10,000 miles between June 2023 and July 2024, followed by another 5,300 miles before the July 2025 test. This steady mileage suggests regular road use, but the age of the vehicle places significant pressure on rubber-based components, which are noted throughout the history. A buyer must prioritise a close physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The record consistently flags pitting and scoring on all four brake discs since 2023, indicating a lack of timely replacement or potential seized calipers contributing to corrosion. The recurring reports of play in ball joints, track rod ends, and anti-roll bar linkages across the 2024 and 2025 tests suggest the front steering assembly is nearing the end of its service life. Particular attention is required to the nearside front tyre for sidew cracking and the source of the non-excessive oil leak noted in the latest entry to ensure it does not escalate into a major seal failure.