2017 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · SX17 BYO

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy, having passed the most recent MOT on 12 November 2025 at 160,517 miles. The pass follows a failure just six days earlier, but the only items recorded on the latest test are advisory – a corroded off‑side rear brake pipe and slight corrosion on the rear inner brake hose ferrule. The presence of these advisories alongside the earlier failures suggests the maintenance trend is stabilising, though the recurring brake‑related defects warrant close attention. At nine years old the van has accumulated 160,517 miles, equating to roughly 17,800 miles per annum – a mileage level that exceeds typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Between the November 2023 pass (135,409 miles) and the November 2025 pass the odometer rose by 25,108 miles, indicating a steady, high‑kilometre utilisation rather than any prolonged idle periods. No significant gaps appear in the record; the MOTs are spaced roughly annually, providing a clear chronology of the vehicle’s wear pattern. A prospective buyer should focus on the rear braking system, confirming that the corroded pipe and hose have been repaired or replaced and that there is no lingering binding in the service brakes. Inspection of the front suspension is advisable, given the earlier notes of slight play in the near‑side anti‑roll bar linkage and excessive play in the near‑side track rod end, as well as a rough off‑side top strut mount bearing. The exhaust system also merits scrutiny, as a major leak was recorded in October 2024 and the DPF‑related emissions warnings persisted into the 2025 failure. Verifying that the exhaust is sound and that emissions are within limits will confirm that the previous leak has been remedied. Finally, assess the condition of consumables such as tyres and windscreen wipers, which were flagged as ineffective in the 2024 failure. While these items are routine wear items, their recent deficiency may indicate a lapse in basic upkeep. A thorough visual and functional check of the brakes, suspension bushings, exhaust, and consumables will provide a realistic picture of the van’s current state and any imminent maintenance that may be required.