2003 Citroen Berlingo 2.0L Diesel · PY53 ATV

The most recent MOT on 6 November 2023 at 211,373 miles shows a failure with no defects recorded, leaving the current roadworthiness unverified by a passing test. Prior to that, the vehicle passed cleanly on 7 November 2022 at 202,756 miles. The pattern across the last three years reveals a recurring failure-then-pass cycle, with rejects logged on 1 November 2022 at 202,620 miles and 1 October 2021 at 192,932 miles, both also showing no defects. This suggests administrative or presentation issues at initial testing rather than a worsening mechanical trend, though the lack of recorded advisories means underlying wear remains undocumented. At 23 years old the Berlingo has covered 211,373 miles, averaging roughly 9,190 miles per year, which is typical for the age. The records show steady annual use: 192,932 miles in October 2021 rising to 202,756 by November 2022, then 211,373 by November 2023, a gain of about 8,600 to 9,100 miles yearly. No standing periods or mileage spikes appear. The DVSA data itself is sparse, with every entry listing no defects or advisories, so the clean appearance may reflect minimal tester annotation rather than confirmed sound condition. A buyer should commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and subframe corrosion given the vehicle's age and 211,000-mile accumulation. Brake discs, calipers, and exhaust emissions must be checked for binding or deterioration not captured in the bare MOT log. The repeated no-defect failures point to possible documentation errors, so verify the V5C and any garage invoices to confirm the true service history before purchase.