2008 Citroen Berlingo 1.4L Petrol · WU08 KHO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on June 13, 2025 at 77,327 miles. While the most recent result is positive, the maintenance trend shows a significant period of instability just one year prior. The failure on June 6, 2025, at 77,310 miles revealed critical issues including structural corrosion, a split CV boot, and engine management faults. The immediate rectification of these faults suggests a reactive maintenance approach where the owner only addresses defects upon a test failure rather than performing proactive preventative care. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 77,327 miles is remarkably low, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. This low usage pattern suggests the vehicle has sat for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and the onset of corrosion. Between June 2024 at 75,716 miles and June 2025 at 77,327 miles, the car covered only 1,611 miles in a full year. Such minimal mileage accumulation often consistent with the failure of the anti-roll bar linkage and CV boot, as these parts can perish or seize from disuse rather than mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside rear suspension mounting area. The June 2025 failure flagged excessive corrosion that significantly reduced structural strength, and although the vehicle passed subsequently, structural rust is progressive and requires constant monitoring. The inspector should also check the engine for signs of the oil leak noted in 2022 and verify that the exhaust mounting remains secure after the previous failure. Given the age and low-mile history, all suspension bushes and rubber boots should be inspected for cracking or dry rot that may not have triggered a standard MOT failure.