2017 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · SB66 FSG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a worsening trend in reactive maintenance. While it passed its latest test in December 2025 at 106,489 miles, it failed just five days prior at 106,487 miles. This failure revealed multiple critical safety defects, including a weakened seat belt with a significant cut and a front tyre with exposed cords. Such issues suggest that the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by a failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 11,800 miles per year over its nine-year life. There is a notable jump of 9,652 miles recorded between January 2023 and January 2024, followed by another 9,654 miles in the year leading up to the January 2025 test. The rapid accumulation of mileage between 2024 and late 2025 shows the vehicle has been used regularly for longer distances recently, which explains the accelerated wear on consumable-related components noted in the service records. A buyer must closely inspect the front braking system, as the record shows a recurring advisory for worn brake discs across both January 2025 and December 2025. The tester also flagged thin brake pads in early 2025, indicating the front assembly is nearing the end of its functional life. Given the previous failure for exposed tyre cords and edge wear on the nearside front, a physical inspection of the suspension geometry is necessary to ensure no alignment issues remain. Additionally, the offside front seat belt must be verified to ensure the cut noted in December 2025 has been properly replaced rather than merely repaired.