2018 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · SY68 RZC

The 2018 Citroen Berlingo’s most recent MOT on 2026-01-27 at 65,187 miles resulted in a pass, but a prior test on 2026-01-22 at 65,165 miles recorded a failure with no defects listed. This abrupt shift between pass and fail within five days suggests either an administrative error or an unresolved issue not documented in the record. Subsequent tests from 2023 to 2025 show consistent passing with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend until late 2025. The lack of specific faults in the latest failure complicates assessing the vehicle’s current mechanical state, though the absence of recurring issues in earlier tests implies no systemic problems. Mileage progression aligns with the vehicle’s eight-year lifespan, averaging 8,148 miles annually. The 2023 test at 53,526 miles showed 8,482 miles added by 2024’s 62,026-mile check, then 1,382 miles by 2025’s 63,408-mile test, and 1,760 miles by the 2026-01-27 test. These increments reflect steady usage without significant gaps or rapid accumulation, suggesting regular operation. The MOT history lacks anomalies in mileage trends, but the recent failure’s unexplained nature raises questions about potential undetected faults. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the suspension system, particularly suspension bushes and coil springs, for wear given the vehicle’s age. The absence of brake-related defects in prior tests is reassuring, but the 2026 failure’s unclear cause warrants checking for binding calipers or uneven brake disc wear. Exhaust emissions and structural integrity should also be verified, as these are common areas for older vehicles to develop issues. The lack of corrosion or structural faults in recorded tests is positive, but a hands-on assessment is essential to confirm the vehicle’s condition.