2014 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · LF14 YBE

The vehicle maintains a functional roadworthiness status but the maintenance history reveals a reactive service pattern rather than proactive care. The most recent test in July 2025 at 182,565 miles resulted in a failure due to worn rear tyres and an inoperative registration plate lamp. While the vehicle passed immediately after rectification, the recurring nature of minor electrical and consumable failures suggests that the previous owner only addressed defects when they became necessary to pass the annual inspection. At 182,565 miles, this 12-year-old van shows significantly high mileage, averaging over 15,000 miles per year. The interval between the July 2024 test at 165,600 miles and the July 2025 test shows an accumulation of nearly 17,000 miles in twelve months. This heavy usage puts considerable strain on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system, which explains the frequent wear items noted in the record compared to a lower-mileage vehicle. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front end suspension and drivetrain. The July 2023 test flagged a severely deteriorated CV boot on the offside front drive shaft, a component that often leads to expensive gearbox damage if not monitored for grease leakage. Given the high mileage and the history of uneven tyre wear, the inspector should check for excessive play in the bushes, worn shock absorbers, and signs of alignment issues that have likely caused premature tyre degradation. The record of multiple failures for bulbs and fuel cap seals indicates a lack of attention to basic preventative maintenance. Particular attention should be paid to the structural integrity of the underbody for corrosion, as high-mileage commercial vehicles often suffer from accelerated rust in hidden areas. Ensure the brakes are checked for thinning or binding, as the record does not guarantee the system is not nearing its end of life.