2015 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · LB65 FOF

The most recent MOT on 16 March 2026 at 79,655 miles returned a pass, though with two advisories: a registration plate lamp fault and front brake pads wearing thin. The overall maintenance trend shows a pattern of recurring consumable neglect rather than catastrophic mechanical decline. Front brake pads have been flagged as thin in both the 2024 and 2026 tests, suggesting replacement was deferred rather than completed. The registration lamp fault also repeats from 2024, indicating minor electrical upkeep has been skipped. These are not structural failures, but they point to a consistent pattern of postponing basic maintenance. Mileage accumulation tracks steadily from 56,409 miles in December 2022 to the current 79,655 miles, averaging approximately 7,800 miles annually over the recorded period. This aligns closely with the 7,241 miles per year lifetime average and reflects typical use for a vehicle of this type. No prolonged stationary periods are evident in the data. The jump from 56,409 to 56,509 miles between the failed test on 13 December 2022 and the subsequent pass on 20 December 2022 indicates prompt rectification of the drive shaft boot and tyre faults, which is encouraging. The 15-month gap between the 2024 and 2026 tests is longer than the standard 12-month cycle, though this falls within permissible variation. The December 2022 failure for a split offside front outer drive shaft constant velocity boot, combined with its reappearance as severely deteriorated in December 2024, warrants particular scrutiny. A split boot allows ingress of dirt and moisture, accelerating joint wear and potentially leading to driveshaft failure if the joint itself has been compromised despite the boot replacement. The nearside front suspension arm pin or bush wear noted in December 2024 also demands attention, as this component carries structural loads and deterioration beyond the initial advisory threshold could affect alignment and tyre wear. The repeated rear tyre wear on both edges suggests either under-inflation or suspension geometry issues that have persisted across multiple test cycles. A prospective buyer should prioritise inspection of the front drive shaft joints for play or grease leakage, verify the thickness of front brake pads and condition of discs, and assess the nearside front suspension arm bush for progression of wear. The rear axle alignment and tyre pressure history should also be investigated given the pattern of edge wear. No corrosion or structural integrity concerns appear in the record, which is favourable for a vehicle of this age. The advisories are manageable, but the recurrence pattern indicates ownership that has been reactive rather than preventive.