2016 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · LC66 OTG

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness trend characterized by a recurring pattern of deferred maintenance. While it passed its most recent test on November 10, 2025 at 129,101 miles, this followed immediately followed a significant failure on the same day. The failure identified a fractured offside front coil spring and excessive play in both front track rod end ball joints, alongside multiple lighting defects. This sequence suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance on critical components. At 129,101 miles, this ten-year-old vehicle has averaged approximately 13,000 miles per year, which indicates consistent high usage for a commercial van. Between the November 2023 test at 85,655 miles and the November 2025 test at 129,101 miles, the vehicle covered over 43,000 miles in just two years. This rapid mileage accumulation places significant stress on the suspension and drivetrain, which explains the frequent reports of worn arm bushes and joints. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front-end suspension geometry. The record shows a history of worn suspension arm bushes and deteriorating track rod ends across multiple years, suggesting the steering components are nearing end of their life. The nearside front brake fluctuation noted in 2023 also warrants a check for thin discs or sticking calipers given the high-mileage. Additionally, the previously deteriorated nearside front drive shaft CV boot from 2023 should be re-examined for fresh tears, as loss of grease will quickly lead to catastrophic joint failure.