2017 Citroen Berlingo 625 EN-Prise Bluehdi 1.6L Diesel · LL17 AEE

The Citroën Berlingo in question presents a clean but irregular MOT history, with no defects recorded in any of its five tests over the past three years. The most recent assessment, conducted on 19 June 2025 at 154,517 miles, passed without advisories—a positive indicator of current roadworthiness. However, the pattern of consecutive passes and fails without mechanical issues suggests the vehicle may have been driven to test centres at short notice, potentially to secure a pass before sale. The absence of advisories or defects in all entries implies no major structural or safety concerns were identified by the tester, though this does not preclude underlying wear from the vehicle’s high annual mileage. The mileage accumulation is notably aggressive, averaging around 17,169 miles per year—a figure well above the UK average for a vehicle of this age. Between the 2023 and 2025 tests, the odometer jumped from 121,797 to 154,517 miles, a gain of over 32,000 miles in just 13 months, suggesting either intensive commercial use or prolonged periods of heavy driving. The rapid mileage climb between tests—such as the 317-mile increase between the 2024 fails on 22 May (138,486 miles) and 29 May (138,813 miles)—further supports this. Such high mileage demands closer scrutiny of wear-prone components, particularly those not covered by the MOT’s limited scope. Given the lack of recorded defects, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, including coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings, which are prone to fatigue under heavy usage. The rear brakes should also be checked for binding or uneven wear, as the MOT does not always catch early signs of brake system degradation. Structural integrity remains a concern given the mileage; inspect the undercarriage for corrosion, especially around wheel arches and suspension mounts, and verify that the body panels show no signs of misalignment or stress cracks. While the MOT history is reassuring in its absence of failures, the mileage suggests this vehicle may have been pushed hard, and hidden wear could exist beyond what a test centre examines.