2011 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · RO11 EEB

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2025-07-09 at 209,296 miles, but the maintenance trend reveals a pattern of deferred basic upkeep rather than severe mechanical neglect. The tester issued advisories for worn rear brake pads and both front suspension arm bushes, indicating typical wear for a high-mileage commercial vehicle. Tyre wear appears sporadic; the nearside front tyre wore to the legal limit by July 2025, yet the previous test in 2022 flagged all three other tyres. This suggests tyres are replaced reactively rather than preventatively, pointing to an owner who addresses immediate failures but skips routine maintenance. Accumulating 209,296 miles over fifteen years equates to roughly 13,953 miles annually, a high yearly average for a Citroen Berlingo. The mileage progression shows consistent use, climbing 11,173 miles between July 2022 and July 2023, and 10,291 miles between July 2023 and July 2024. The most recent year saw a slight reduction to 9,727 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. Such high mileage accelerates wear on consumables, suspension, and drivetrain components, demanding close inspection of structural integrity. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely. Both front suspension arm pins and bushes were flagged as worn but not resulting in excessive movement in July 2022, and the exact same advisory reappeared in July 2025. This indicates the original worn components likely remained in situ for three years, potentially causing uneven tyre wear. The recurring registration plate lamp failures, flagged in July 2022, July 2023, and July 2024, suggest a persistent wiring or grounding issue rather than simple bulb failure. Examine the rear brake pads, which were wearing thin in July 2025, and check the condition of the brake discs for scoring. Verify the structural integrity of the sills and floor pan for corrosion, as high-mileage Berlingos used for commercial duties.