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Citroën Berlingo

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,997 cc

LB53 CFZMOT history

LB53 CFZ is a silver diesel Citroën Berlingo first used on 29 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 182,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
182,578 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Berlingo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CFZ was last recorded at 182,578 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 10,574 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Dec 2012: 57,018 miles, lower than 57,104 miles on 7 Dec 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
172,004 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,574 miles
Average per year
8,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,578 miles
  • 2025 – 172,004 miles
  • 2024 – 154,638 miles
  • 2023 – 137,789 miles
  • 2022 – 118,701 miles
  • 2021 – 103,667 miles
  • 2020 – 93,622 miles
  • 2018 – 77,305 miles
  • 2016 – 65,141 miles
  • 2015 – 64,292 miles
  • 2014 – 61,494 miles
  • 2013 – 59,480 miles
  • 2012 – 57,018 miles
  • 2011 – 54,888 miles
  • 2010 – 45,974 miles
  • 2009 – 38,484 miles
  • 2008 – 31,247 miles
  • 2007 – 23,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,578 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust heat shields missing
  • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • N/s and o/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,578 miles (+10,574)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    182,578 miles
    Test number
    632160075778
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust heat shields missing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

  2. Pass172,004 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    172,004 miles
    Test number
    347810866294
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust heat shield missing
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear brake compensetor return spring broken

  3. Fail172,004 miles (+17,366)5 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,004 miles
    Test number
    654001167833
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust heat shield missing
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear brake compensetor return spring broken

  4. Pass154,638 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,638 miles
    Test number
    930481599181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

  5. Fail154,638 miles (+16,849)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,638 miles
    Test number
    862312977913
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

  6. Pass137,789 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    137,789 miles
    Test number
    585892281442
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end of pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

  7. Fail137,789 miles (+19,088)1 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,789 miles
    Test number
    103925473822
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/65/15/88h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end of pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

  8. Pass118,701 miles (+15,034)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    118,701 miles
    Test number
    695610315497
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvice fuel tank/or fuel tank fillar pipe damp not leaking at time of test
    • AdvisoryAdvice n/s and o/s rear shock absorber dust cover deteiorated

  9. Pass103,667 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,667 miles
    Test number
    982973136921
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvice fuel tank /or fuel tank fillar pipe damp not leaking at time of test
    • AdvisoryAdvice n/s and o/s rear shocker dust covers deteriorated

  10. Fail103,667 miles (+10,045)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,667 miles
    Test number
    202618358188
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvice fuel tank /or fuel tank fillar pipe damp not leaking at time of test
    • AdvisoryAdvice n/s and o/s rear shocker dust covers deteriorated

  11. Pass93,622 miles (+16,317)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,622 miles
    Test number
    767194867120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing
    • AdvisoryFront mirrors taped at housing
    • AdvisoryUndertray damaged

  12. Pass77,305 miles (+11,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    77,305 miles
    Test number
    917107941793
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror body damaged

  13. Pass66,006 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    66,006 miles
    Test number
    620595642571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail66,006 miles (+865)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,006 miles
    Test number
    364902431657
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass65,141 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    65,141 miles
    Test number
    437884954512
    • AdvisoryAdvise underbonnet HDI cover loose/ rattling.

  16. Fail65,140 miles (+848)4 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,140 miles
    Test number
    357315999678
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryAdvise underbonnet HDI cover loose/ rattling.

  17. Pass64,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    64,292 miles
    Test number
    326592262364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,891 miles (+3,397)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,891 miles
    Test number
    661210931571
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer severe corrosion and very weak, about to fall apart. (7.1.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  19. Pass61,494 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    61,494 miles
    Test number
    337160154383
    • NoteOil filler cap found missing on arrival.New cap fitted,engine oil topped up and engine bay area pressure cleaned as possible.
    • NoteRear silencer weak and very corroded shell will not pass the next mot test.Should be renewed now before failure.

  20. Fail61,494 miles (+2,014)2 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,494 miles
    Test number
    216100454395
    • DangerousNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil filler cap found missing on arrival.New cap fitted,engine oil topped up and engine bay area pressure cleaned as possible.
    • NoteRear silencer weak and very corroded shell will not pass the next mot test.Should be renewed now before failure.

  21. Pass59,480 miles (+2,462)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,480 miles
    Test number
    716317243354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll rear row seats and seat belts unchecked for operation and condition.Not available for test inspection.

  22. Pass57,018 miles (-86)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,018 miles
    Test number
    607416342315
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteOffside and centre rear seats removed at the time of mot testing.recommend both front coils springs renewed at the same time.

  23. Fail57,104 miles (+2,216)1 dangerous3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,104 miles
    Test number
    137632142308
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteOffside and centre rear seats removed at the time of mot testing.recommend both front coils springs renewed at the same time.

  24. Pass54,888 miles (+2,905)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    54,888 miles
    Test number
    849545051377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,983 miles (+6,009)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,983 miles
    Test number
    349747101082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,974 miles (+7,490)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    45,974 miles
    Test number
    481730420092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,484 miles
    Test number
    203851929049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail38,482 miles (+7,235)3 dangerous1 failure6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,482 miles
    Test number
    440201129007
    • DangerousCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass31,247 miles (+8,074)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    31,247 miles
    Test number
    631258408034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    23,173 miles
    Test number
    732257217042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CFZ

Does LB53 CFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 CFZ is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CFZ?
The MOT on LB53 CFZ is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 CFZ done?
LB53 CFZ was recorded at 182,578 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 8,392 miles a year.
Has LB53 CFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CFZ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 CFZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 CFZ find?
LB53 CFZ passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; center and rear exhaust heat shields missing, and 1 more.

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