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Citroën Berlingo

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,868 cc

T256 BPSMOT history

T256 BPS is a green diesel Citroën Berlingo first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 196,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2024
Mileage
196,505 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2024
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T256 BPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Berlingo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,868 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T256 BPS was last recorded at 196,505 miles on 26 Jan 2024, 3,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,234 miles · 5 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,271 miles
Average per year
7,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 196,505 miles
  • 2023 – 193,234 miles
  • 2021 – 190,886 miles
  • 2020 – 187,891 miles
  • 2019 – 181,155 miles
  • 2018 – 171,368 miles
  • 2017 – 160,975 miles
  • 2015 – 150,831 miles
  • 2014 – 140,221 miles
  • 2013 – 128,241 miles
  • 2012 – 115,716 miles
  • 2011 – 108,803 miles
  • 2010 – 93,487 miles
  • 2009 – 84,905 miles
  • 2008 – 75,966 miles
  • 2007 – 71,715 miles
  • 2006 – 66,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail196,505 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Holed By Subframe (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Holed on Sill Near Axle Mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Brake Hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak At Rear of Engine
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Various (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Inside Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFuel Tank Strap Corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at Bulks Head (Near Clip) (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Various Through Out (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Various suspension components corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Front tyres worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail196,505 miles (+3,271)14 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,505 miles
    Test number
    341606320922
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Holed By Subframe (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Holed on Sill Near Axle Mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Brake Hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak At Rear of Engine
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Various (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Inside Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Tank Strap Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at Bulks Head (Near Clip) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Various Through Out (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass193,234 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    193,234 miles
    Test number
    532589282561
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various stone-chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and heavily in places
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer clamp missing
    • AdvisoryRear axle deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  3. Fail193,234 miles (+2,348)1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,234 miles
    Test number
    338039066635
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various stone-chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and heavily in places
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer clamp missing
    • AdvisoryRear axle deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  4. Pass190,886 miles (+1)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    190,886 miles
    Test number
    550875422992
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various stone chips across screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various small leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  5. Fail190,885 miles (+2,994)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,885 miles
    Test number
    339329436112
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various stone-chips across screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  6. Pass187,891 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    187,891 miles
    Test number
    872111765158
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various chips across screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes black undersealed
    • AdvisoryVarious small oil leaks

  7. Fail187,891 miles (+6,736)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,891 miles
    Test number
    892215298709
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various chips across screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes black undersealed
    • AdvisoryVarious small oil leaks

  8. Pass181,155 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    181,155 miles
    Test number
    362810570929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail181,099 miles (+9,731)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,099 miles
    Test number
    774944765339
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass171,368 miles (+10,393)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    171,368 miles
    Test number
    983301813891
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing at inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp reflector slightly deteriorated

  11. Pass160,975 miles (+10,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    160,975 miles
    Test number
    960669374246
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp reflector slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass150,831 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    150,831 miles
    Test number
    536837679257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail150,831 miles (+10,610)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,831 miles
    Test number
    986813032217
    • Repaired at testPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • Repaired at testSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass140,221 miles (+58)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    140,221 miles
    Test number
    499587514303
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting quite worn
    • NoteFront and rear tyres different sizes
    • NoteScreen damage outside swept area

  15. Fail140,163 miles (+11,922)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,163 miles
    Test number
    986646814381
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting quite worn
    • NoteFront and rear tyres different sizes
    • NoteScreen damage outside swept area
    • NoteService brake slightly low n/s rear

  16. Pass128,241 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    128,241 miles
    Test number
    765444283256
    • NoteFront and rear tyres different sizes
    • NoteScreen damage outside swept area

  17. Fail128,241 miles (+12,525)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,241 miles
    Test number
    848034483266
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront and rear tyres different sizes
    • NoteScreen damage outside swept area

  18. Pass115,716 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    115,716 miles
    Test number
    715054582272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail115,659 miles (+6,856)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,659 miles
    Test number
    825032882220
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front brake gripping slightly

  20. Pass108,803 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    108,803 miles
    Test number
    418446581238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail108,746 miles (+15,259)2 dangerous3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,746 miles
    Test number
    876937871291
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s front brake gripping slightly
    • NoteServe brake quite low both sides rear

  22. Pass93,487 miles (+270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    93,487 miles
    Test number
    611438850293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail93,217 miles (+8,312)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,217 miles
    Test number
    233693440299
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass84,905 miles (+8,939)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    84,905 miles
    Test number
    323847559460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,966 miles (+4,251)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    75,966 miles
    Test number
    580128138279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear tyres different sizes
    • NotePower steering belt very slightly damaged

  26. Pass71,715 miles (+5,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    71,715 miles
    Test number
    353396657450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail66,177 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,177 miles
    Test number
    133233796146
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass66,177 miles (+112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    66,177 miles
    Test number
    974243896158
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Fail66,065 miles1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,065 miles
    Test number
    540604876103
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T256 BPS

Does T256 BPS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T256 BPS expired on 4 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T256 BPS?
The MOT on T256 BPS expired on 4 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T256 BPS done?
T256 BPS was recorded at 196,505 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2024, an average of 7,414 miles a year.
Has T256 BPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T256 BPS has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T256 BPS 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 T256 BPS find?
T256 BPS failed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2024 with 14 major defects, 3 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front headlamp reflector seriously defective; nearside front position lamp not working, and 26 more.

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