2009 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · SL09 WVN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend appears reactive rather than proactive. The most recent test in January 2026 at 120,156 miles resulted in a failure due to a severely reduced headlamp output and worn, pitted rear brake discs. While the vehicle passed upon immediate retest, the recurrence of the headlamp issue from the January 2025 advisory suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they cause an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 120,156 miles represents an average annual usage of approximately 7,000 miles. This is consistent with a light-use commercial vehicle. The data shows steady usage patterns with roughly 6,500 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 6,700 miles covered between January 2025 and January 2026. This consistency indicates the vehicle is not sitting idle, which helps prevent rubber components from perishing due to long periods of inactivity. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and braking system. The January 2025 failure flagged a split offside front CV boot, which requires immediate inspection for grease leakage and potential damage to the drive shaft joint. The 2025 advisory also noted damage to the offside front shock absorber casing; the buyer should verify if any fluid leaking exists. Given the pitting and scoring on the rear discs identified in the 2026 test, the thickness and surface quality of all discs should be measured to ensure they are not nearing the end of their functional life.