2015 Citroen Berlingo 625 Enterprise HDI Heavy oil · HXZ 7010

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history indicates a clear trend of maintenance lapses rather than a stable pattern. In the September 2023 test at 52,000 miles, the tester flagged binding rear brakes and exhaust emissions, suggesting a history of periodic brake and emissions checks that may have been skipped. This indicates an ongoing wear pattern where the vehicle was not maintained at the required frequency, likely due to owner neglect. The most recent test on 2022-12-23 at 148,861 miles passed with no defects, confirming that the issue was not present at the time of the most recent check. The mileage accumulation is significantly higher than expected for a 2015 model with 11 years of age, implying rapid wear on consumables and suspension components. The gap between the 2022 test and the 2020 test of 81,153 miles suggests that the vehicle was not maintained during the transition period, potentially leading to accelerated loss of tyre tread and suspension bushings. The lack of a 2019 test entry at 81,153 miles indicates that the vehicle was not serviced at the 11-year mark, which is a critical period for suspension and drivetrain integrity. Given the recurring faults flagged in the September 2023 test, such as binding brakes and exhaust emissions, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person for structural integrity and mechanical components. The testing history shows that the vehicle has failed twice on tyre tread, which is a warning sign of basic upkeep being skipped. While the brakes themselves are not currently flagged as binding, the history of failed tests suggests that the vehicle may require a full service at a reputable shop, including suspension bushings, coil springs, and binding calipers, to restore its roadworthiness.