2022 Citroen Berlingo 1000 Eprise PRO Bhdi 1.5L Diesel · LE71 OHA

A single significant suspension wear defect punctuates what is otherwise an unblemished MOT history for this 2022 Citroen Berlingo. The most recent test on 29 October 2025 resulted in a pass with no advisories recorded, marking a clean return to roadworthiness following an immediate retest the same day after a failure for an excessively worn rear bush on the offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush. This component defect is a classic wear item on light commercial vehicles and MPVs of this class, often linked to the steady load cycles and urban driving that characterise Berlingo usage. With only one recorded failure across the available test history and a clear pass straight after, the immediate mechanical picture is one of a corrected defect rather than any underlying systemic deterioration, though the single instance does confirm that suspension components have begun to require attention at three years of age. The mileage profile of 28,759 miles over four years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 7,190 miles, which sits comfortably within typical parameters for a vehicle of this type and age. There is no evidence within the recorded tests of any extended off-road period, as the testing gap between February 2025 and October 2025 is consistent with the standard annual cycle, and the overall usage pattern suggests regular rather than sporadic operation. Moderate mileage of this nature on a commercial-derived platform tends to produce steady wear on consumables such as brake pads, discs, and tyres, while the relatively modest annual figure means the drivetrain, clutch, and turbo components are unlikely to have endured the fatigue associated with very high-mileage operation. The pattern is mechanically reassuring without being exceptional, and a buyer should expect normal service-interval items to be approaching their due thresholds. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry, given the recorded bush failure. During a road test, listen carefully for any clonking or knocking from the front end when traversing speed bumps, potholes, or uneven surfaces, as this would suggest that the replacement bush or adjacent wishbone components have already worn or were not correctly torqued during refit. Visually inspect the offside front lower arm for any perishing, cracking, or uneven displacement of the rubber, and check that the wheel sits squarely without uneven camber wear on the inner or outer edges of the front tyres, a common secondary symptom of worn suspension linkages. Apply firm pressure to each front corner with the vehicle jacked and observe whether any free play is detectable in the arm pivot. The braking system warrants corresponding attention given the Berlingo's typical load profile. On test, check for any pulling to one side under moderate or heavy braking, which could indicate binding calipers or uneven pad wear, and feel for pedal pulsation or judder that might suggest disc runout or warping. Inspect the rear load area floor and the underside of the vehicle for any corrosion around the rear axle mounting points and jacking points, areas prone to surface oxidation on commercial-derived vehicles that have carried heavy loads. Finally, confirm that the electronic parking brake releases cleanly and holds on an incline, as EPB caliper mechanisms on these platforms can seize if infrequently exercised, and verify that all warning lamps extinguish promptly on ignition to rule out any stored drivetrain or emissions faults that would not appear on a standard MOT examination.