2017 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Petrol · VK17 BAO

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 18 March 2026 at 49 235 miles, but the test recorded several advisories that indicate a modest decline in condition. The tester flagged a non‑excessive oil leak (8.4.1 (a)(i)), a severely deteriorated offside front drive‑shaft constant‑velocity boot (6.1.7 (g)(i)), and both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e)). These items, together with the persistent oil leak seen in earlier tests, suggest a gradual worsening of wear‑related issues rather than a sudden failure. The lighting faults from 2022‑2023 have been largely resolved, so the overall maintenance trend is stable for electrical components but deteriorating for consumable and mechanical wear items. Mileage accumulation has been low for a nine‑year‑old vehicle, averaging roughly 5 471 miles per year. The record shows a steady rise: 30 234 miles in October 2020, 34 419 miles in January 2022, 38 768 miles in March 2023, 41 424 miles in March 2024, 44 489 miles in March 2025 and the current 49 235 miles. The gap in MOT entries for 2021 (only a COVID‑19 six‑month extension appears) creates a sparse data window, but the incremental mileage steps are consistent and do not indicate rapid wear. The low annual mileage points to light usage or extended periods of inactivity, which can preserve mechanical components but may also conceal corrosion if the vehicle has been stationary. A buyer should inspect the drive‑shaft joint boot for cracks or deterioration, check the rear tyre tread depth against the legal limit, and examine for any oil seepage from the gearbox or engine. The offside front position lamp and headlamp aim should be verified, as low aim was noted in 2025, and the rear direction indicator discolouration suggests a need for lens cleaning or replacement. The registration‑plate lamp and stop lamp functionality, previously flagged, must be tested, and the windscreen wiper blades should be inspected for effective clearing. Finally, a thorough under‑body scan for corrosion around the boot area and suspension mounting points will reveal any structural rust that may not yet be reflected in the MOT advisories.