2004 Citroen Berlingo 1.4L Petrol · AR04 KPT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in July 2022 at 101,719 miles passed with only minor defects related to a windscreen wiper blade and a clouded headlamp. This represents an improvement over the 2020 test where the vehicle failed on multiple suspension and braking components. However, given that it has been nearly four years since the last recorded MOT, the vehicle is significantly overdue for testing and requires an immediate inspection to ensure its current condition remains safe. The recorded mileage of 101,719 miles over 22 years averages to approximately 4,624 miles per year. This low annual usage suggests the Berlingo was used for short trips or sat stationary, which can lead to the degradation of rubber components despite the low mechanical wear. Between August 2019 and July 2022, the vehicle covered 13,991 miles, indicating consistent low usage. The four-year gap since the July 2022 test suggests the vehicle may have been stationary for an extended period recently. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system and suspension, as the 2020 test revealed significant issues including corroded brake pipes and deteriorated hoses. While these were noted six years ago, the presence of grease on corroded pipes often indicates an attempt to hide rust rather than treat the source. The failure of the offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage in 2020 also points to rubber components that are prone to perish. Given the age and low mileage, an inspection should specifically check for perished rubber, seized brake calipers, and structural corrosion in the sills, which often affects older Citroen models.