2008 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · RA08 CME

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a worsening trend in mechanical wear, as evidenced by the increasing number of advisories in the most recent test on 9 July 2026 at 106,995 miles. While the vehicle passed its latest inspection, the tester flagged multiple suspension and braking issues, including slight play in both front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, a worn offside front lower suspension arm bush, and a pitted nearside rear brake disc. This follows a pattern of escalating minor defects that suggests the vehicle is entering a phase of more frequent component replacement. The mileage profile indicates low annual usage, averaging approximately 5,944 miles per year over its 18-year lifespan. The record shows consistent, gradual accumulation, such as the 4,373-mile increase between the July 2025 and July 2026 tests. However, the low usage may contribute to the deterioration of certain components. For example, the July 2025 test at 105,359 miles showed an insecure battery and tyre wear, while the 2023 failure at 97,428 miles highlighted shock absorbers with negligible damping. These issues often arise when vehicles undergo long periods of inactivity or infrequent driving. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The recurring presence of worn suspension bushes and anti-roll bar linkages across the 2022, 2024, and 2026 records suggests these components are nearing the end of their service life. The tester also noted a defective rear exhaust mounting in the latest test, which warrants a check for structural corrosion around the exhaust hangers and mounting points. Additionally, the history of lighting failures, including stop lamp and position lamp defects in 2023, 2024, and 2025, indicates that electrical connections or bulb housings may require attention. Finally, the repeated advisories regarding tyre tread depth and edge wear, specifically in 2016, 2022, and 2025, suggest that consumable maintenance has occasionally been reactive rather than proactive. While the current brake disc issue is listed as not seriously weakened, the history of binding brakes in 2022 and thin pads in 2018 indicates that the braking system requires close monitoring for caliper seizure or uneven wear.