2012 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · PK62 EOJ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 120,777 miles, this followed a failure just eight days prior due to multiple electrical and mechanical defects. The presence of a severely deteriorated drive shaft CV boot and thin rear brake pads at the time of failure suggests that critical wear items are only addressed once they reach the point of failing an official inspection. The mileage pattern appears consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per year. However, there is a significant data anomaly in the August 2024 record which lists a mileage of 183,120 miles, directly contradicting the 113,955 miles recorded in the pass just two weeks prior. This discrepancy suggests a clerical entry error by the tester rather than a sudden burst of use. Between November 2023 and August 2025, the vehicle covered roughly 13,000 miles, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a commercial van. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension assembly, as the record shows recurring issues with anti-roll bar linkages, suspension arm bushes, and shock absorbers across multiple testing years. The power steering malfunction noted in 2024 also warrants a thorough check for fluid leaks or rack-related failure. Given the severely deteriorated offside front drive shaft CV boot flagged in 2025, a physical inspection of the grease integrity is necessary to prevent imminent joint failure. Furthermore, verification of the rear brake system and the condition of the windscreen is required to ensure the previous advisories have been rectified to a professional standard.