2015 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · MJ65 AAF

A recurring pattern of brake component wear and a significant safety failure in mid-2025 defines the mechanical history of this Citroen Berlingo. While the vehicle achieved a clean pass on 10 July 2025, this followed a dangerous failure just one day prior involving critically worn front brake pads and significantly worn front brake discs, alongside a fractured offside front coil spring. The progression from advisories regarding thinning pads and pitted discs in 2022 and 2023 to a dangerous classification in 2025 indicates a period where component degradation reached a critical threshold before being rectified. The recorded mileage of 90,416 miles over an eleven-year period represents an average annual accumulation of approximately 8,220 miles. This usage profile is consistent with typical light-to-moderate utility use for a vehicle of this age. Mechanically, this level of mileage suggests that while the drivetrain may not have faced extreme high-speed motorway stress, the vehicle has seen enough regular road use to necessitate the replacement of consumable items such as suspension springs and braking systems, as evidenced by the recent MOT failures. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and front suspension during a physical inspection and test drive. Given the recent failure of the front brake pads and discs, it is essential to check for any residual pedal judder or vibration under braking, which could indicate uneven disc wear or a sticking caliper. Furthermore, because a fractured offside front coil spring was recorded as a major defect in July 2025, the steering and suspension should be closely monitored for any knocking or clunking noises when navigating uneven road surfaces or speed bumps, which may signal issues with the spring seating or related suspension bushes. The history of advisories for thinning brake pads and worn discs across multiple years suggests that while the immediate safety issues have been addressed to pass the 2025 test, the frequency of these observations warrants a close look at the current thickness of the pads and the surface condition of the discs. During a test drive, any pulling to one side under braking or a sponginess in the pedal travel should be treated as a cause for concern, as these symptoms could relate to the previous history of brake component degradation.