2009 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · SH58 XEX

The 2026-06-03 MOT confirms the 2009 Citroën Berlingo is presently roadworthy, having passed with only minor, non‑critical defects such as a near‑side rear position lamp product on the lens and a worn near‑side front tyre. The previous May 2026 failure contained numerous defects, indicating that repairs were carried out, but recurring suspension and brake issues persist, showing an inconsistent but not worsening maintenance record. At 171,732 miles and 17 years of age the vehicle averages roughly 10,100 miles per year, which is typical for its class. The interval between the 2025-05-13 failure at 161,818 miles and the 2025-05-15 pass at 161,833 miles represents only 15 miles in two days, an implausible figure that suggests a data entry error. The jump from 171,633 miles on 2026-05-12 to 171,732 miles on 2026-06-03 adds 99 miles in 22 days, a normal pace, but the earlier 2024-05-09 failure at 152,863 miles to the 2024-05-20 pass at 152,976 miles shows a 113‑mile increase over eight days, indicating periods of rapid mileage accumulation. A buyer should prioritize a physical examination of the suspension system, specifically the rear axle swivel pins and bushes, front top mounts, and coil springs, as the MOT history records perished bushes, stiff operation, and a fractured coil spring in 2023. Inspect the braking system for binding rear calipers, worn brake discs, parking brake efficiency below 50%, and the condition of the front and rear tyres, given repeated warnings about tread wear, edge wear, and bulging sidewalls. Check for structural corrosion on the underbody, chassis sills, and cab mounting areas, as excessive corrosion has been noted in multiple tests, particularly around the rear suspension mounting points and cab jacking points. Verify seat belt functionality, parking brake operation, and lamp integrity, as these items have repeatedly appeared as failures.