Citroen Berlingo (2008)

12,916 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.3% first-time pass rate

2008 Citroen Berlingo

CarHunch analysed 12,916 real MOT records for the 2008 Citroen Berlingo. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

The 2008 Citroen Berlingo passes its MOT first time in just 71.3% of cases, well below the UK average of 80%, and a concerning 41.6% of these vehicles have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history—a significant reliability red flag for a buyer. Petrol and diesel versions perform almost identically (72.4% vs 71.2%), so fuel type won't improve your odds.

These Berlingos are carrying typical mileage for their age at around 86,500 miles median, but they're averaging 4.6 failures per test and an unusually high 19.4 advisories, suggesting widespread wear across multiple systems rather than isolated problems. Before committing to one, have a trusted mechanic inspect the suspension, brakes, and electrical systems specifically—this model shows persistent issues across those areas that compound quickly.

Below average reliability 8.7% below UK average
71.3%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
86,476
typical mileage
66,910–110,096 middle half
41.6%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
4.62
avg MOT failures per car
over 15.4 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2008 Citroen Berlingo

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
  • 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
  • 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
  • ⚠️ 41.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
  • 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Diesel (85%) 10,915 71.2% 4.61
Petrol (15%) 1,910 72.4% 4.72
LPG (1%) 88 69.1% 4.05
Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) 3 63.6% 5.67

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Citroen Berlingo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

66,910
low mileage
86,476
typical
110,096
high mileage

Half of all 2008 Citroen Berlingo vehicles fall between 66,910 and 110,096 miles.

2008 Citroen Berlingo — Still on the Road

Numbers are declining — 4,576 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (40% of peak).

11,399 4,576 2014 2025

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.

MOT History Averages

15.4
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
4.62
Avg failures per vehicle
19.4
Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2008 Citroen Berlingo

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

  • 91.3%
    Oil leak, but not excessive
  • 51%
    Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
  • 50.6%
    Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
  • 39.5%
    Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
  • 38.6%
    Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
  • 35.1%
    Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
  • 33.1%
    Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
  • 32.5%
    Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008. Counts include advisories and failures.

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