2013 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · OV62 XAE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recurring issue with the front suspension components. The most recent test in March 2026 at 86,844 miles flagged worn pins or bushes on both nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. This mirrors an advisory from March 2024 at 79,243 miles, indicating that while the parts have not yet reached a point of failure, the wear is progressing steadily without replacement. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 10,860 miles between March 2023 and March 2024, followed by a more gradual accumulation of roughly 3,800 miles per year in the subsequent intervals. This low-annual mileage suggests the vehicle may be used for short trips or sits intermittently, which explains the perishing of rubber components like the rear tyres noted in the 2023 failure record. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension assembly, as the persistent wear on the bushes suggests they require replacement to prevent unpredictable handling. The 2023 failure also revealed a missing brake pedal anti-slip provision and multiple lighting defects, which were addressed prior to the retest. Particular attention should be paid to the age and condition of the tyres to check for sidewall cracking, as the history indicates the rubber is prone to age degradation despite the low overall mileage.