2015 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · EN65 EHM

The most recent MOT history for this 2015 Citroën Berlingo reveals a concerning trend of repeated failures, with the last test on 15 December 2025—just seven months ago—failing on three critical items: a defective near-side front position lamp, a bulging tyre indicating structural failure, and dangerously thin brake pads on both front wheels. The December 2024 test also failed, this time on exposed tyre cords and a rear tyre worn to the legal limit, while the December 2023 test passed without issues. This pattern suggests a lack of consistent maintenance, particularly around tyres and brakes, with no evidence of proactive replacement before failures occurred. The bulging tyre in 2025 is especially serious, as it poses an immediate risk of sudden blowout, while the repeated brake pad failures indicate either neglect or a design issue with the braking system under this vehicle’s load. The recorded mileage of 102,432 miles over approximately 11 years—roughly 9,300 miles annually—falls within the expected range for a vehicle of this age, though it does not account for any periods of inactivity or lower usage. The gap between tests is consistent at one year, but the failures in 2024 and 2025 reveal a troubling pattern of deferred maintenance. The December 2024 failure at 94,306 miles, followed by another at the same mileage in December 2025, suggests the same tyres were used beyond their safe lifespan, with the offside rear tyre worn to the legal limit in both years. This implies either repeated retreading or a failure to replace tyres when they reached critical wear thresholds. A buyer should prioritise an immediate inspection of the front tyres, particularly the near-side wheel, which showed a bulge in December 2025—a sign of internal separation or cord failure that cannot be safely ignored. The rear tyres, especially the offside, should also be examined for uneven wear or remaining tread depth, as the 2024 failure indicated they were already dangerously close to the legal limit. Brake condition is another critical area; the front pads were worn below 1.5mm in December 2025, and the advisories in 2024 suggest potential brake drag or uneven wear. Suspension components, including bushes and coil springs, should be checked for excessive play or corrosion, as these are common failure points in vehicles of this age and mileage. Finally, the electrical system should be tested for the defective near-side front position lamp, as repeated failures in this area may indicate a wiring issue or faulty bulb holder.