2014 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · FD63 YFP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on June 5, 2025 at 78,475 miles passed after a failure just two miles prior for a worn offside front lower suspension arm bush and ball joint. While these specific faults appear to have been addressed, the recurring nature of front-end suspension wear suggests that components are likely only being replaced once they reach a point of mechanical failure. At 78,475 miles, this twelve-year-old Berlingo has averaged approximately 6,540 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a light commercial or family vehicle. The mileage data shows consistent annual progress, with roughly 3,400 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and approximately 4,150 miles between April 2023 and June 2024. The vehicle has not suffered from long periods of inactivity, though the degradation of rubber components like suspension bushes persists despite the relatively low mileage. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension assembly to ensure the quality of the recent repairs made following the 2025 failure. Given the history of a split offside front CV boot in 2024 and worn suspension bushes in 2023, a thorough check for grease leakage on the drive shaft and play in the ball joints is essential. The previous failures for tyre wear in 2023 indicate that the owner may neglect consumable maintenance until the legal limit, so the current tread depth and condition of all tyres should be scrutinized for uneven wear which might indicate alignment issues. Additionally, the adult seat belt mechanism must be verified for full operation, as it could not be fully inspected during the June 2025 test due to a child seat obstruction.