CarGarages.co.uk - Find Trusted Car Garages Near You
CarGarages

Citroen Berlingo Mk2
Common Car Problems, MOT Failures & Pass Rate Data

33 identified problems196 MOT failure types1.2M MOT tests analysed2008–2018

Sources: DVSA MOT Test Data + owner-submitted problems

At a Glance

The Citroen Berlingo Mk2 has 33 identified problems that occur more often than the UK average, with Stop lamp not working being the most reported. Electrical is the most common MOT failure category. The most serious issue flagged is Stop lamp not working, rated as dangerous. Based on 1.2M MOT tests from DVSA data.

Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on this model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read how we calculate MOT pass rates and problems →

Below: the full MOT-data picture for the Citroen Berlingo Mk2 — MOT pass rate vs the UK average, common problems vs UK fleet patterns, the most likely MOT failures by frequency, fault occurrence by mileage band, and pass/fail trends. All numbers drawn from DVSA records.

Citroen Berlingo Mk2 MOT Pass Rate

Across 1.2M MOT tests from DVSA data, the Citroen Berlingo Mk2 (2008–2018) has a fail rate of 38.3%.

UK average fail rate (2008–2018): 38.0%

725K passed450K failed

Common Citroen Berlingo Mk2 Problems

Owner-submitted reports plus patterns we've identified across 559 million UK MOT tests. Each MOT-derived item below — whether tagged as a Problem, Wear & Tear or Consumable — shows up noticeably more often on this generation than across the UK fleet, which is why it's here. Owner reports are pinned to the top by default; use the sort and filter pills below to view a specific tier or change the order.

Tier:
Sort by:
Tier:MOT ProblemMOT ProblemUnexpected failure — a pattern we've highlighted as occurring significantly more often on this make/model than the UK average.Wear & TearWear & TearDegrades naturally over time with use. Expected to need replacement during the life of the vehicle.ConsumableConsumableRoutine replacement item — brake pads, tyres, bulbs, wiper blades. Expected as part of normal servicing.
Severity:DangerousDangerousMOT failure with an immediate safety risk. The vehicle cannot be driven until the problem is repaired.MajorMajorMOT failure. Must be repaired for the vehicle to pass its MOT.MinorMinorMOT failure on a smaller issue. The car passes its MOT but the problem should be repaired soon.

Stop lamp not working

MOT ProblemDangerousElectrical

95,769

occurrences

Frequency ratio: 1.7× the UK averageAvg mileage: 92,669 mi

Number plate lamp not working

ConsumableMajorElectrical

93,964

occurrences

Frequency ratio: 2.4× the UK averageAvg mileage: 103,122 mi

Position lamp not working

MOT ProblemMajorElectrical

85,821

occurrences

Frequency ratio: 2.1× the UK averageAvg mileage: 102,825 mi

Driveshaft fault

MOT ProblemDangerousTransmission

56,288

occurrences

Frequency ratio: 2.3× the UK averageAvg mileage: 93,504 mi

Coil spring broken or corroded

MOT ProblemMajorSuspension

33,977

occurrences

Frequency ratio: 1.0× the UK averageAvg mileage: 106,134 mi

Tell Us About Your Problem

Help other Citroen Berlingo Mk2 owners — report a problem and we'll add it to the database

£

Your report helps other car owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being published.

Looking for a garage to repair your Citroen Berlingo?

Our directory covers 12,000+ UK garages — every garage has verified Google reviews.

Problems by mileage

Common problems, MOT failures and advisories on the Citroen Berlingo Mk2, grouped by the mileage they typically appear at.

811 distinct problems · 2,055,021 total occurrences in current filter

Filter by fuel and engine size to narrow down to your car.

Fuel:
Engine:

Toggle problem types on or off to focus on what matters to you.

Show:

Advisory items are MOT tester observations. Frequency can be influenced by driving style and usage patterns.

Join as a car owner — free

Get MOT reminders, a pre-MOT checklist, and tools to compare garages near you.

Create free account

Already a member? Sign in

Other Citroen Berlingo Generations

Mk1

1996–2008

27 problems

Mk2

2008–2018

38 problems

Current page

Mk3

2018–2025

1 problem

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Citroen Berlingo Mk2 problems?

Based on DVSA MOT data for the Citroen Berlingo Mk2 (2008–2018), we have identified 33 common problems. The most frequently reported is "Stop lamp not working". Electrical is the most common MOT failure category.

How reliable is the Citroen Berlingo Mk2?

This generation has 1.2M MOT tests on record with a 38.3% fail rate. A fault is flagged as a "Common Problem" only when it occurs significantly more often on this model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence.

What commonly fails the MOT on a Citroen Berlingo Mk2?

There are 196 distinct MOT failure types recorded for the Mk2 (2008–2018), grouped by the mileage these failures typically occur. See the Common MOT Failures section on this page.

Can I report a problem with my Citroen Berlingo Mk2?

Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Citroen Berlingo owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.

Search Vehicles With Common Problems

Find common car problems, MOT failures, and advisories for any make and model