2009 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · RV09 UAW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to upkeep. The most recent test on 21 October 2025 at 126,600 miles showed a pass only after a failure for a nearside rear tyre being below the legal tread limit. While the oil leak noted was classified as not excessive, the recurring nature of consumable failures suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT pass rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 126,600 miles represents an average usage of approximately 7,450 miles per year, which is consistent with a light vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 3,500 miles covered between May 2023 and June 2024, and another 4,900 miles followed by October 2025. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which helps prevent rubber components and seals from excessive age-related degradation. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the suspension and tyre condition. The 2023 failure highlighted a play in the nearside front anti-roll bar drop link, and multiple entries regarding tyre perishing, cracking, and under-inflation indicate poor attention to tyre pressure and rubber age. A buyer should check all four tyres for uneven wear, as the 2024 record specifically noted tyres worn on the edges, which often points to alignment issues. The oil leak identified in the October 2025 test requires a close look to determine if it originates from a simple valve cover seal or more significant internal component. Given the 2023 failure due to a major gas leak preventing emissions testing, the exhaust system and manifold should be inspected for structural corrosion or fractures. Furthermore, at the age of this Citroen Berlingo, a thorough check of the sills and structural mounting points is essential, as these are common areas of corrosion failure for this model that are not captured in the MOT history.