2006 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · SV06 FJO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent testing data. The final MOT test conducted in September 2021 at 97,002 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle was in a compliant mechanical state at that time. While the history shows previous failures in 2019 and 2020, these were resolved immediately with subsequent passes, suggesting the previous owner was willing to address identified faults to maintain road legality. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,850 miles per year. The data shows a significant period of inactivity between September 2020 and September 2021, where the vehicle covered only 3,232 miles in twelve months. The gap between May 2019 and September 2020 shows only 2,029 miles were driven. This low usage often implies the vehicle may have been sitting for extended periods, which can lead to degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and internal corrosion within braking system surfaces. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension components, as the age of the 2006 Berlingo makes it susceptible to corrosion despite the low mileage. Given the long intervals between tests, a thorough check of the brake calipers for seized pistons and the condition of suspension bushes is essential. Since the last recorded MOT was nearly five years ago, the current mechanical state of the vehicle is unverified and a comprehensive inspection is required to ensure no significant fluid leaks or structural rot has developed since the 2021 test.