Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 550 vehicles, the 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75 (2010)

550 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.3% first-time pass rate

2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75

CarHunch analysed 550 real MOT records for the 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2010 Citroën Berlingo is a notably weak performer on the MOT bench, with a first-time pass rate of just 58.1% against the UK average of 80%—that means four in ten fail on their first attempt. The good news is that dangerous defects are virtually absent (0%), so failures tend to be fixable rather than safety-critical.

At 142,000 miles median, these vans have done serious work, and the 0.82 average failures per vehicle reflects the wear and tear typical of a decade-old diesel commercial workhorse. If you're considering one, budget for repairs before purchase and factor in that MOTs will likely need a return visit; check the full service history carefully and have a pre-buy inspection by a diesel specialist.

The 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (83.3%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

First-time pass

83.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.82

Over 4.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

142k

Middle half: 113k–171k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

These stats describe 550 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 550 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	543	83.2%	0.82

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,300 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 59.2%

769

Silver 10.8%

140

Black 10.8%

140

Red 8.6%

112

Green 6.8%

Grey 2.3%

Blue 1.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

142,424

typical

113,015

low mileage

170,510

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75 vehicles fall between 113,015 and 170,510 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 113,015 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 113,015–170,510 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75s sit.

⚠ Over 230,188 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75 — Still on the Road

Most 2010 Citroen Berlingo 625 LX HDI 75s are still being driven.

220 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 71% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

4.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.82

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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