2020 Citroen Berlingo 1.2L Petrol · HY69 WDZ

The Citroën Berlingo has demonstrated consistent roadworthiness over its MOT history, with no defects recorded across the most recent five tests. The most recent inspection on 2026-03-02, at 61,278 miles, confirms the vehicle remains compliant with current UK standards. There is no evidence of recurring mechanical failures or advisories, suggesting the vehicle has been maintained at a basic level without major neglect. The absence of failings in the past two tests—both within the last year—indicates the vehicle is currently roadworthy, though a thorough independent inspection remains essential to verify hidden wear. The mileage progression of 10,213 miles annually aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, without abrupt spikes or prolonged stagnation. The most notable anomaly is the duplicate entry for 2024-03-02, where both a pass and a fail are recorded at exactly 40,959 miles, which may indicate an administrative error rather than a mechanical issue. Otherwise, the intervals between tests—approximately 12,000 miles—suggest regular servicing, though this does not confirm the quality of maintenance beyond MOT compliance. The lack of gaps exceeding 18 months between tests rules out extended periods of disuse, which could have accelerated corrosion or component degradation. Given the clean MOT record, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity, particularly the condition of rear suspension bushes and coil springs, which are common wear points at this mileage. The absence of brake-related advisories or defects does not preclude binding calipers, uneven disc wear, or corrosion on brake hardware, so a dynamic brake test under load is advisable. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, should be scrutinised, as this is a critical failure risk for vans of this age. Tyre condition, despite no MOT failures, warrants verification—failing twice on tread in similar vehicles often points to inconsistent tyre rotation or underinflation. Finally, the exhaust system should be checked for leaks or excessive rust, as catalytic converter failures are a common late-stage issue for diesel models.