2009 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · MK09 EUZ

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test on January 2026 at 84,854 miles, this followed a significant failure just eight days prior. That failure highlighted critical safety issues including parking brake inefficiency and a failed windscreen washer. The transition from a clean record in mid-2024 to a series of failures in 2025 suggests a lack of proactive maintenance, with the owner only addressing faults once they caused an MOT failure. At 17 years old, the Berlingo shows a low-mileage profile, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. However, the usage pattern appears erratic. Between June 2024 and June 2025 tests, the vehicle covered 7,651 miles, yet it covered only 3,578 miles in the following seven months leading up to the January 2026 test. This suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, which often leads to degradation of rubber components, seized brakes, and internal corrosion, as evidenced by the recurring lighting and braking issues recorded. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the front suspension and structure. The 2025 failure flagged a fractured offside front coil spring and excessive corrosion on a suspension component mounting area. This is a serious structural concern that requires physical verification to ensure the rust has not compromised the chassis integrity. Additionally, the offside front suspension arm bush was noted as worn in 2025, indicating the suspension is reaching the end of its life despite the low mileage. The braking system also demands attention. The January 2026 failure for an inoperative offside parking brake and low overall efficiency, combined with previous reports of thin pads and an insecure brake cable, suggests the braking mechanism is poorly maintained or potentially binding. Given the previous exhaust emissions failure in 2025, the engine should also be monitored for signs of poor combustion, which often affects vehicles with low-mile, short-trip usage patterns.