2013 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · GL62 WCJ

The 2013 Citroen Berlingo presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 1 December 2023 at 171,692 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean sheet extends back through every available test in the record, including the preceding November 2022 pass at 159,802 miles and the October 2020 pass at 137,111 miles. The maintenance trend is clearly stable, with no recurring faults, no advisories, and no pattern of deterioration across the documented history. The mileage accumulation tells a consistent story of sustained high use. Between October 2020 and December 2023, the vehicle covered 34,581 miles in just over three years, averaging roughly 11,000 miles annually during that period. The earlier interval from November 2021 to November 2022 shows 8,105 miles covered in twelve months, a slight dip but still substantial. The recorded mileage of 171,692 miles has remained unchanged between the December 2023 test and the present date of June 2026, indicating the vehicle has been stationary or very lightly used for over two and a half years. That prolonged inactivity raises its own concerns, as sitting vehicles can develop flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, perished rubber bushings, and fuel system issues from stale petrol. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should approach this vehicle with a thorough in-person inspection focused on the consequences of both high mileage and extended storage. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers deserve close scrutiny given the 171,692 miles of use, even though no defects were formally flagged. Brake discs and pads should be examined for surface corrosion from standing, and tyres must be checked for sidewall cracking and date codes, as aged rubber degrades regardless of remaining tread depth. The exhaust system, fuel lines, and underbody should be inspected for corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has been parked outdoors in the intervening period. A test drive at speed will reveal any binding brakes, wandering steering, or drivetrain vibrations that a static inspection cannot detect. The MOT record itself is sparse but entirely positive, with no failures or advisories to flag any systemic weakness. The single failed test listed for 20 November 2021 at 151,697 miles shows no recorded defects, suggesting it may have been an administrative or procedural retest rather than a genuine mechanical failure. The absence of any documented issues across five tests spanning over three years is a strong indicator of competent ownership. Still, the gap since the last test means a fresh MOT or independent inspection is essential before purchase. High-mileage vans can present well on paper while concealing wear that only becomes apparent under load.