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Citroën Berlingo

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,868 cc

T488 BTRMOT history

T488 BTR is a white diesel Citroën Berlingo first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 104,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
104,293 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 BTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Berlingo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,868 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T488 BTR was last recorded at 104,293 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 69 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,224 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
69 miles
Average per year
3,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,293 miles
  • 2024 – 104,224 miles
  • 2023 – 98,438 miles
  • 2022 – 89,749 miles
  • 2021 – 87,305 miles
  • 2020 – 86,134 miles
  • 2019 – 82,485 miles
  • 2018 – 81,625 miles
  • 2017 – 79,354 miles
  • 2016 – 77,580 miles
  • 2015 – 70,553 miles
  • 2014 – 69,141 miles
  • 2013 – 67,841 miles
  • 2012 – 65,071 miles
  • 2011 – 57,407 miles
  • 2010 – 52,593 miles
  • 2009 – 49,191 miles
  • 2008 – 45,903 miles
  • 2007 – 44,046 miles
  • 2006 – 38,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,293 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear most p-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis areas (subframe mounting point areas ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear most p-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis areas (subframe mounting point areas) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on front and rear suspension components
  • AdvisoryFront and rear inner arch liners fitted (restricting viewing of components)
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coolant leak radiator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,293 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    104,293 miles
    Test number
    960043815619
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear most p-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis areas (subframe mounting point areas ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear most p-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis areas (subframe mounting point areas) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront and rear inner arch liners fitted (restricting viewing of components)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Fail104,291 miles (+67)4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,291 miles
    Test number
    417009095647
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to damage to exhaust tailpipe and would bottom out and make contact with the floor whilst vehicle was positioned in brake rollers (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to unable to insert emissions probe into tailpipe due to damage (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers not tested
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear most p-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis areas (subframe mounting point areas ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and date stamped 2018 (1657014C) recommend to replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust tailpipe damaged and deformed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear most p-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis areas (subframe mounting point areas) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and date stamped 2018 (1657014C) recommend to replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is date stamped 2012 (1657014C) recommend to replace
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear inner arch liners fitted (restricting viewing of components)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  3. Pass104,224 miles (+5,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    104,224 miles
    Test number
    903126958225
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,438 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    98,438 miles
    Test number
    756492612943
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail98,438 miles (+8,689)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,438 miles
    Test number
    778603681965
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm flat spot 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing in engine bay (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,749 miles (+169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,749 miles
    Test number
    340591572273
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail89,580 miles (+2,275)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,580 miles
    Test number
    369272879526
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,305 miles (+1,171)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,305 miles
    Test number
    758281836792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,134 miles (+3,649)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,134 miles
    Test number
    325185471264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,485 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,485 miles
    Test number
    610224961393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,382 miles (+757)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,382 miles
    Test number
    188097498262
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

  12. Pass81,625 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,625 miles
    Test number
    486724871698
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail81,615 miles (+2,261)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,615 miles
    Test number
    699235010142
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass79,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,354 miles
    Test number
    386131552596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,354 miles (+1,774)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,354 miles
    Test number
    658980807960
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass77,580 miles (+7,027)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    77,580 miles
    Test number
    684658089138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,553 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    70,553 miles
    Test number
    159253435199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,141 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,141 miles
    Test number
    868666834191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,134 miles (+1,293)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,134 miles
    Test number
    219248224198
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Brake valve damaged (3.6.A.2c)

  20. Fail67,841 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,841 miles
    Test number
    406641323151
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass67,841 miles (+2,770)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,841 miles
    Test number
    747431923105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,071 miles
    Test number
    259557112159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,071 miles (+7,664)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,071 miles
    Test number
    168517212133
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass57,407 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,407 miles
    Test number
    396891311155
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail57,407 miles (+4,814)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,407 miles
    Test number
    387741711120
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass52,593 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,593 miles
    Test number
    100663010168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Fail52,593 miles (+3,402)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,593 miles
    Test number
    160693410163
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Pass49,191 miles (+3,288)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,191 miles
    Test number
    130270919116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass45,903 miles (+1,857)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,903 miles
    Test number
    812652918198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass44,046 miles (+5,800)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,046 miles
    Test number
    710613017149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass38,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,246 miles
    Test number
    262109176198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T488 BTR

Does T488 BTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T488 BTR is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T488 BTR?
The MOT on T488 BTR is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T488 BTR done?
T488 BTR was recorded at 104,293 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 3,389 miles a year.
Has T488 BTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 BTR has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T488 BTR 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 T488 BTR find?
T488 BTR passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear most p-bush; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis areas (subframe mounting point areas ); offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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