2004 Citroen Berlingo 1.9L Diesel · WD04 VDF

The vehicle shows a consistent history of passing tests despite recurring mechanical issues and age-related wear. In the most recent test on August 9, 2025 at 176,118 miles, the tester flagged an inoperative nearside plate lamp and a severely deteriorated offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover. A non-excessive oil leak has been present since the July 2024 test at 166,575 miles, suggesting a persistent seal leak that has not yet reached the threshold of a failure but requires ongoing monitoring of fluid levels. At 176,118 miles over 22 years, the Berlingo averages approximately 8,000 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a light commercial of this era. The record indicates a steady usage pattern of roughly 8,000 to 9,000 miles between annual inspections. However, the history reveals a pattern of neglect regarding rubber-based components. Between 2022 and 2023, the rear brake hoses were repeatedly flagged for deterioration, and rear tyres showed signs of perishing and cracking. This suggests that the vehicle may have sat for extended periods or was subject to deferred maintenance on non-moving but critical consumables. The mechanical trend for the suspension and braking system shows signs of ongoing degradation. While the brake hoses and tyres were addressed following the 2022 failure, the appearance of a severely deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage dust cover in 2025 indicates that other rubber components are now reaching their end of life. The oil leak remains a known factor of this high-mileage Citroen engine. A buyer should inspect the structural integrity of the sills for corrosion and check the condition of all suspension bushes, as the recurring rubber component failures point to a vehicle where age-related fatigue is becoming the primary concern rather than mileage alone.