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Citroën Berlingo

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,868 cc

LB53 VSFMOT history

LB53 VSF is a white diesel Citroën Berlingo first used on 14 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 171,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2026
Mileage
171,632 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VSF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Berlingo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,868 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 VSF was last recorded at 171,632 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 3,238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,394 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,238 miles
Average per year
6,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,632 miles
  • 2025 – 168,394 miles
  • 2024 – 165,901 miles
  • 2023 – 162,834 miles
  • 2022 – 159,329 miles
  • 2021 – 155,240 miles
  • 2020 – 151,408 miles
  • 2019 – 147,482 miles
  • 2018 – 141,733 miles
  • 2017 – 139,255 miles
  • 2016 – 138,121 miles
  • 2015 – 135,829 miles
  • 2014 – 131,619 miles
  • 2013 – 121,240 miles
  • 2012 – 107,103 miles
  • 2011 – 102,109 miles
  • 2010 – 91,879 miles
  • 2009 – 80,608 miles
  • 2008 – 60,958 miles
  • 2007 – 48,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail171,632 miles
  • MajorExhaust silencer insecure rear box missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail171,632 miles (+3,238)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,632 miles
    Test number
    741594951962
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure rear box missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass168,394 miles (+2,493)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    168,394 miles
    Test number
    794691115423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass165,901 miles (+3,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    165,901 miles
    Test number
    333286793149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass162,834 miles (+3,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    162,834 miles
    Test number
    294807547763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass159,329 miles (+4,089)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    159,329 miles
    Test number
    943681848953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,240 miles (+3,832)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    155,240 miles
    Test number
    583918546511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass151,408 miles (+3,926)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    151,408 miles
    Test number
    671744497555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass147,482 miles (+5,749)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    147,482 miles
    Test number
    124390689305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass141,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    141,733 miles
    Test number
    428620450049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail141,733 miles (+2,478)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,733 miles
    Test number
    297066651143
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  11. Pass139,255 miles (+1,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    139,255 miles
    Test number
    490013153042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass138,121 miles (+2,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    138,121 miles
    Test number
    645494284512
    • AdvisoryBrake valve corroded but not excessively weakened spring (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass135,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    135,829 miles
    Test number
    312429853078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail135,829 miles (+4,210)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,829 miles
    Test number
    323665787012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass131,619 miles (+10,379)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    131,619 miles
    Test number
    476768154161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,240 miles (+14,137)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    121,240 miles
    Test number
    556327523321
    • NoteRear axle bearings worn on offside

  17. Pass107,103 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    107,103 miles
    Test number
    498742842433
    • NoteOffside front tyre normal car tyre fitted

  18. Fail107,102 miles (+4,993)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,102 miles
    Test number
    487502842381
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre normal car tyre fitted

  19. Pass102,109 miles (+10,230)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    102,109 miles
    Test number
    185094441367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass91,879 miles (+11,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    474318440490
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass80,608 miles (+9,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    80,608 miles
    Test number
    640638949353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass71,412 miles (+10,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    71,412 miles
    Test number
    100026419481
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass60,958 miles (+12,588)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    60,958 miles
    Test number
    124544718448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    48,370 miles
    Test number
    384941917037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,370 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,370 miles
    Test number
    404001417030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LB53 VSF

Does LB53 VSF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VSF expired on 25 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VSF?
The MOT on LB53 VSF expired on 25 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VSF done?
LB53 VSF was recorded at 171,632 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 6,289 miles a year.
Has LB53 VSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VSF has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 VSF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 VSF find?
LB53 VSF failed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: exhaust silencer insecure rear box missing; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 8 more.

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