2002 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Petrol · K9 VBH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a trend of deteriorating rubber components and drivetrain protection. The most recent test in March 2026 at 87,482 miles identified severe deterioration on both front anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers and a loose offside front CV boot. While the vehicle passed this test, the recurring failures of boots and covers across multiple years suggest rubber-based parts are reaching the end of their service life due to age rather than high mileage. At 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 87,482 miles is remarkably low, averaging approximately 3,645 miles per year. The data shows consistent low usage, with only 1,700 miles driven between February 2024 and March 2025, and another 1,733 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This low mileage profile often leads to dry rot and perished rubber seals, which explains the failures of CV boots and dust covers despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and drivetrain assembly. The tester previously flagged a split offside front CV boot in 2024 and a loose boot in 2026, so the drive joints should be checked for grease leakage or internal play which would indicate imminent failure. Given the severe deterioration of the front anti-roll bar ball joint covers, the joints themselves should be tested for movement or play to ensure the steering geometry has not been compromised by ingress of moisture.