2014 Citroen Berlingo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 96,208 MOT tests, the 2014 Citroen Berlingo recorded a 76.0% pass rate. Vans of a similar age fail 22.9% of the time, so this is 1.0pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 21.2% of all tests — 11.9 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and joints — position lamp alone was recorded 10,388 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 13.7% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 28.1% once past 150k — 2.1× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 27.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 20.7% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.6% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 21.2% | 20,396 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.3% | 8,913 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.8% | 6,540 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.8% | 5,580 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.8% | 5,567 |
| 6 | Brakes | 5.7% | 5,453 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 10,388 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 8,065 |
| 3 | Joints | 6,649 |
| 4 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 5,739 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 5,548 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 4,863 |
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 | 27.7% | 26,655 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.6% | 19,858 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 14.2% | 13,686 |
| 4 | Suspension | 13.4% | 12,876 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.9% | 6,604 |
| 6 | Other defects | 6.7% | 6,477 |
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 | 4,135 | 13.7% |
| 30-60k | 16,896 | 18.6% |
| 60-90k | 25,947 | 23.3% |
| 90-120k | 23,378 | 25.9% |
| 120-150k | 14,552 | 27.8% |
| 150k+ | 11,259 | 28.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 95,894 | 24.0% |
| Petrol | 295 | 20.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 19,504 | 20.7% |
| 2022 | 19,625 | 22.5% |
| 2023 | 19,598 | 24.6% |
| 2024 | 19,050 | 25.6% |
| 2025 | 18,431 | 26.6% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Berlingo
On a 2014 Berlingo, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 21.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (21.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (9.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (6.8% 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+.
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 2014 Citroen Berlingos pass their MOT?
76.0% of the 96,208 2014 Citroen Berlingo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Citroen Berlingo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 21.2% of tests, followed by suspension (9.3%).
Does the 2014 Berlingo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.7% in the 0-30k band to 28.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 96,208 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.