2014 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · YW63 AFU

The 2025‑02‑21 MOT at 164,816 miles was passed with no defects recorded, indicating the vehicle currently meets the DVSA roadworthiness standards. The annual MOT history shows a pattern of passing tests each year from 2017 onward, with only two isolated failures in 2025 and earlier years, suggesting the maintenance record is largely stable rather than deteriorating. The mileage has risen from 37,921 miles in February 2017 to 164,816 miles by February 2025, an average annual increase of roughly 15,800 miles, which is high for a 12‑year‑old vehicle and points to regular, heavy use rather than long periods of standing. There are no extended intervals without an MOT; the longest gap is the two‑year span between the 2022 and 2023 tests, during which the mileage rose by about 13,700 miles per year, confirming continuous operation. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension system, especially the near‑side front arm ball joint that was flagged as excessively worn in the 2025 failure, and verify that the bushes and coil springs are in good condition. The braking system must be examined for pad thickness, disc wear and any binding calipers, recalling the 2019 record of rear pads under 1.5 mm and the 2024 tyre tread depth below the 1.6 mm legal limit on the offside front tyre. Functional checks of the windscreen wipers, all exterior lamps and the registration plate lamp are advisable, as recurring wiper and lamp failures have appeared in multiple tests. Finally, a visual inspection for structural rust, particularly around the wheel arches and chassis, and confirmation that the child‑seat fit does not impede adult belt inspection are recommended.