2020 Citroen Berlingo 1.5L Diesel · LJ20 ABK
2020 Citroen Berlingo (1.5L, diesel). First registered 30 Jul 2020. Recorded mileage 36,484 miles. MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN BERLINGO
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,484 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
LJ20 ABK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
- 36,484 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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LJ20 ABK Mileage History
- 26/07/20239,968 mi
- 22/07/202413,443 mi+3,475 mi
- 22/07/202534,078 mi+20,635 mi
- 04/08/202534,101 mi+23 mi
- 19/02/202636,484 mi+2,383 mi
Average of roughly 10,313 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LJ20 ABK MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Citroen Berlingo (LJ20 ABK) between July 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed smoking badly (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))”; “Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))”.
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Our Verdict
Approach this 2020 Citroen Berlingo with real caution due to a serious 2025 MOT failure involving DPF tampering and heavy smoking. Although it currently holds a clean 2026 certificate, the history suggests prior neglect that may return.
Before buying, insist on full service history and ask the seller to prove the DPF was properly restored after the 2025 failure, as tampering often means costly emissions work was needed. Negotiate hard on price given the body damage noted in 2024 and 2025 and the missing spare wheel carrier reported at 13,443 miles. For this 1.5 litre Euro 6 diesel Berlingo, check for proof of regular oil changes and DPF regeneration cycles, as neglect is what led to the smoking fault.
As a 1500cc diesel Euro 6 van, the Berlingo should return good fuel economy, but urban short trips will risk DPF clogging as seen in the 2025 failure. Road tax for a 2020 diesel van is typically in the standard light goods vehicle band, and insurance group will reflect commercial use. Estimated annual running cost including fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance is £1,000-£1,400, with DPF-related repairs a potential extra.
On this vehicle, closely inspect the exhaust and DPF for signs of the tampering noted at the 2025-07-22 failure, and verify no smoke is emitted under load. Check the rear body sills and outer sill damage flagged in 2024 at 13,443 miles, plus the rear indicator discolouration and registration lamp faults from 2025. Confirm the spare wheel carrier is secure or present, as it was reported missing or insecure at the 2024 test, and review tyre condition given repeated worn-tyre advisories.
This white 2020 diesel Berlingo (LJ20ABK) shows 36,484 miles on its latest 2026 MOT, which is modest for a six-year-old van. However, the July 2025 failure for DPF tampering, visible smoke, and engine warning light is a major red flag that was corrected by the next test a month later. Earlier MOTs also note body damage, worn tyres, and missing spare wheel, pointing to hard use.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Citroen Berlingo to reference.
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