2009 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · FG59 CGE

The Citroen Berlingo currently holds a valid MOT certificate, passing its most recent test on 24 December 2025 at 64,394 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, yet a distinct pattern of failing the initial annual test and passing the retest has emerged over the last two years. In December 2024, the vehicle failed at 61,402 miles before passing at 61,412 miles a week later, and it repeated this exact sequence in December 2025, failing at 64,394 miles and passing at the identical mileage eight days later. While the record shows no specific defects for these failures, this cycle suggests the vehicle may have presented with easily rectified issues or borderline conditions that required minor adjustments before achieving compliance. The mileage profile indicates exceptionally light use for a vehicle of this age. At roughly 3,788 miles per year, the Berlingo has led a sedentary life compared to the national average. Annual mileage accumulation remains consistently low, traveling just 2,480 miles between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests, and 2,982 miles over the following year. Such minimal usage often points to short, localized trips, which can prevent the powertrain from reaching optimal operating temperatures and accelerate moisture-related corrosion in the exhaust and braking systems, even if the mechanical wear on consumables remains low. A prospective buyer must inspect the vehicle for deterioration caused by prolonged standing rather than mechanical wear. Test the braking system thoroughly for binding calipers and uneven disc corrosion, common ailments when vehicles cover minimal distances. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing and cracking, as rubber degrades with age regardless of mileage. Given the Berlingo's commercial origins, closely inspect the floor pan, sills, and subframe mounts for structural corrosion, which compromises structural integrity far more severely than surface rust. Verify the exhaust system for internal condensation corrosion, another byproduct of short-journey motoring.