2013 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · CE63 FKP

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in November 2025 at 40,851 miles passed only after failing two days prior for fractured offside rear and front coil springs. While these structural failures were addressed, the subsequent pass noted advisories for both front tyres being worn to the legal limit and edged. This suggests that while critical safety faults are rectified when flagged, consumable items are being run until near failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,142 miles per year. Between 2016 and 2021, the vehicle covered only 16,955 miles, indicating long periods of inactivity. However, there is a slight increase in usage in recent years, with 18,653 miles covered between 2021 and 2025. This low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid integrity, which is evident in the brake hose corrosion failures recorded in 2024. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and drivetrain system to ensure the recent repairs were comprehensive. The 2024 failure for a split offside front CV boot and the excessive corrosion on rear brake hose ferrules indicate that the vehicle is susceptible to environmental damage and neglect during stationary use. Additionally, given the fractured coil springs in late 2025, the buyer should check for signs of sagging or further rust on the remaining springs across the entire chassis. The front tyres should also be measured immediately, as the previous test indicated they were already at the end of their functional life.