2016 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · LO66 FYS

The maintenance trend for this Berlingo is worsening. In the December 2025 test at 154,934 miles, the tester flagged worn front brake pads, pitted and scored brake discs on both axles, and front tyres worn to the legal limit on their inner and outer edges. A failed attempt on the same day at the same mileage for a defective offside stop lamp preceded the pass, indicating a last-minute bulb replacement. While the vehicle remains roadworthy, the accumulation of wear items suggests deferred maintenance. Accumulating 154,934 miles over ten years equates to roughly 15,493 miles annually, a high figure that accelerates the degradation of consumables, suspension components, and drivetrain parts. The mileage progression shows consistent use, covering 7,563 miles between the December 2023 test at 136,558 miles and the December 2024 test at 144,121 miles, before jumping to 10,813 miles by the December 2025 test at 154,934 miles. No significant gaps exist in the record to suggest the vehicle stood idle for prolonged periods. A buyer should thoroughly inspect the braking system and wheel bearings. The tester flagged pitted and scored brake discs alongside thin front brake pads in the December 2025 test, indicating hard use or delayed replacement. The inner and outer edge wear on the front tyres points to aggressive cornering or misaligned tracking, which strains suspension bushes and joints. Although the December 2023 failure cited excessive exhaust emissions, the subsequent passes suggest a repair or engine tune-up, yet a compression test and exhaust gas analysis remain prudent given the high mileage. Examine the underbody for corrosion, particularly around the rear suspension mounting points and exhaust system, as high-mileage Berlingos are susceptible to structural rust.