2013 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · PX13 KTN

The Citroën Berlingo’s MOT history presents a largely stable roadworthiness record since the critical failures in August 2023, with three consecutive passes over the past year—most recently on 12 August 2025 at 85,813 miles. The absence of defects in the latest tests suggests that the two major issues identified in 2023—the deteriorated offside front CV joint boot and the near-side front brake disc—have since been addressed. However, the 2022 test revealed near-legal tyre wear on both rear tyres, indicating that basic consumable maintenance was occasionally deferred. No structural or safety-critical advisories have appeared in the past two years, but the 2023 failures point to a period where mechanical upkeep was neglected, particularly in suspension and braking components. The vehicle’s mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for its age, averaging around 6,600 miles per year over the past three years. There are no abrupt spikes or prolonged gaps in mileage that would suggest heavy use or prolonged disuse, which could otherwise accelerate wear. The most recent MOT, just ten months ago, confirms the car has been in regular service, though the 2023 failures suggest that either the previous owner delayed addressing faults or the vehicle was not consistently maintained. The lack of further advisories since then implies that any outstanding repairs were completed promptly, or the issues were one-off oversights rather than systemic neglect. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on the front suspension and braking systems, given the 2023 failures. The CV joint boot deterioration implies potential contamination of the joint, which could lead to premature wear or failure—inspecting for play in the joint or grease leakage is essential. The near-side front brake disc was flagged as "significantly and obviously worn," suggesting it may have been replaced, but the other disc and calipers should be checked for uneven wear or binding. Tyre condition remains a minor but recurring concern; while the 2022 tyres were at legal limits, any current tyres should be examined for edge wear or uneven tread, which could indicate alignment or suspension issues. Beyond these, no signs of structural corrosion or exhaust emissions failures appear in the record, reducing concerns over long-term integrity.