2016 Citroen Berlingo Multispace — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,861 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Citroen Berlingo Multispace, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and tyres. Its pass rate of 85.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (85.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 29.8% in the 120-150k group versus 10.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 10.2% | 189 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.4% | 100 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.8% | 90 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.5% | 47 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.5% | 47 |
| 6 | Suspension | 2.3% | 42 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joints | 92 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 64 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 60 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 51 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 48 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 38 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 23.3% | 434 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.1% | 263 |
| 3 | Suspension | 9.3% | 173 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 6.7% | 125 |
| 5 | Other defects | 5.9% | 110 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.2% | 78 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 637 | 10.8% |
| 30-60k | 771 | 14.1% |
| 60-90k | 304 | 19.4% |
| 90-120k | 77 | 22.1% |
| 120-150k | 47 | 29.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,565 | 15.4% |
| Petrol | 296 | 11.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 323 | 11.2% |
| 2022 | 379 | 13.7% |
| 2023 | 384 | 15.1% |
| 2024 | 385 | 16.6% |
| 2025 | 390 | 16.7% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Berlingo Multispace
Before buying a 2016 Citroen Berlingo Multispace, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 10.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (10.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (5.4% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Tyres (4.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2016 Citroen Berlingo Multispaces pass their MOT?
85.2% of the 1,861 2016 Citroen Berlingo Multispace MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Citroen Berlingo Multispace?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 10.2% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (5.4%).
Does the 2016 Berlingo Multispace get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.8% in the 0-30k band to 29.8% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,861 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.