2016 Citroen Berlingo 625 Enterprise HDI 1.6L Heavy oil · NV16 AAK

The Citroën Berlingo presents a stable roadworthiness record in its most recent MOT cycles, with the November 2025 test at 104,196 miles showing no defects—a clean pass following a brief but unremarkable cluster of failures in May 2025. The two consecutive fails on May 8th and 12th (at 100,815 and 100,816 miles) were anomalies without recorded issues, suggesting either a procedural error or an isolated tester discrepancy rather than a mechanical problem. The pattern since then has been consistent, with no advisories or defects in the two subsequent tests, indicating the vehicle has met all DVSA thresholds for structural integrity, emissions, and critical safety systems. The absence of recurring advisories or failures on major components—such as brakes, suspension, or exhaust—implies the previous owner maintained it adequately, though the lack of detail in the fails raises a minor red flag for transparency. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with the vehicle’s age, averaging around 10,400 miles per year over its 10-year lifespan, which is typical for a light commercial or urban passenger van. The gap between the May 2024 tests (91,976 and 92,019 miles) and the next valid MOT in May 2025 (100,815 miles) suggests the vehicle was driven roughly 8,800 miles in just under a year—a modest but steady usage rate. There’s no evidence of extreme mileage spikes or prolonged inactivity, which would otherwise signal neglect or heavy-duty use. The most recent 11,380-mile jump between November 2024 and November 2025 (104,196 miles) further confirms regular but not excessive operation, reducing the likelihood of accelerated wear on high-stress components like gearboxes or turbocharged engines, if fitted. For a prospective buyer, the absence of defects in the MOT history simplifies due diligence, but a thorough pre-purchase inspection should still verify key areas. Given the lack of recorded advisories, focus on the suspension—particularly the front coil springs and rear bushes—for signs of sagging or excessive play, as these are common wear points on a van of this age. Check the brake system for uneven disc thickness or seized calipers, especially if the vehicle has been driven frequently in stop-start conditions. Structural corrosion, though not flagged in the MOT, should be inspected under the sills, wheel arches, and around the exhaust mounts, as rust can compromise safety without immediate visibility. Finally, confirm the exhaust emissions system is intact, as modern vans often fail on minor leaks or sensor faults that aren’t always caught in routine tests. The clean MOT record suggests no major red flags, but these targeted checks will confirm whether the vehicle’s condition matches its paper history.