2009 Citroen Berlingo 1.6L Diesel · YC59 FSO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward recurring minor mechanical issues. Following the most recent test in November 2025 at 80,696 miles, the vehicle passed with an inoperative offside plate lamp and a non-excessive oil leak. These issues were present in the November 2024 test, indicating that while the owner addresses immediate failures, certain secondary defects are being monitored rather than proactively repaired. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 80,696 miles represents a very low annual average of approximately 4,747 miles. The data shows consistent usage patterns between 2022 and 2023, where the vehicle covered only 1,470 miles in a year. However, the increase to 3,523 miles covered between November 2023 and November 2024 suggests a recent change in usage. This low-mileage profile often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and seals rather than high-mileage wear on the drivetrain. A buyer must inspect the persistent oil leak noted in both 2024 and 2025 to determine if it is a simple gasket failure or a more significant engine seal issue. The failure in 2024 due to a split offside front drive shaft CV boot necessitates a physical check of the remaining boots for similar cracking or grease leakage to prevent imminent premature joint failure. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, a thorough check of suspension bushes and structural corrosion on the sills is essential, as these areas are not highlighted in the MOT history but are common for older Citroen models.