Citroen Berlingo MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

30.0%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Citroen Berlingo vehicles
Based on 173,938 MOT tests
2.0pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 30.0% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Citroen Berlingo are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 8.9%
Visibility 3.6%
Brakes 2.8%
Tyres 2.7%
Body & Chassis 1.3%
Suspension 1.0%
Steering 0.2%

How Does This Compare?

Citroen Berlingo MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 26.9% 45,351 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 30.0% 173,938 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 40.6% 285,021 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 46.9% 174,110 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 48.3% 100,929 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 3-5 year old Citroen Berlingo reliable?

3-5-year-old Citroen Berlingo vehicles have a 30.0% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking lamps & electrics.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old Citroen Berlingo?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 8.9% failure risk
  • Visibility — 3.6% failure risk
  • Brakes — 2.8% failure risk

How can I prepare my Citroen Berlingo for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Citroen Berlingo, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Citroen Berlingo Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 3-5-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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