2017 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · NJ67 KBE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in preventative mechanical care. While it passed its most recent test on 10 June 2025 at 87,072 miles, it failed that same day due to multiple critical defects. The presence of an inoperative Malfunction Indicator Lamp during that failure is a significant concern as it suggests engine management faults were hidden or unaddressed, potentially masking a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,675 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over fourteen months between the clean November 2022 test at 67,642 miles and the January 2024 test at 73,549 miles. Following this, the vehicle covered over 13,500 miles in just seventeen months leading up to the June 2025 test. This increased rate of use likely explains the accelerated wear observed on rubber and braking components in later inspections. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the lower control arm bushes have been flagged as separating or lifting repeatedly since January 2024. The recurring nature of these faults suggests that either the components were not replaced with high-quality parts or the vehicle is subjected to stresses that are causing premature rubber failure. Furthermore, the 2024 failure for significantly worn inner surfaces on the brake discs often occurs when calipers seize or the vehicle is driven infrequently, necessitating a thorough check of the current braking system and hardware. The June 2025 failure also highlighted an offside rear tyre worn to the legal limit and multiple lighting failures, indicating a lack of basic pre-test checks by the previous owner. You should verify that the engine management system is now functional and that the headlamp alignment has been correctly adjusted. Given the history of suspension bush wear, a physical inspection for play in the arms and steering components is essential to ensure no further collateral damage has developed.