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CITROEN BERLINGO (1997)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 226 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

70%

Total Tests (2024)

226

Avg Mileage

148,906 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,727

Is the 1997 CITROEN BERLINGO reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 12 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the CITROEN brand average of 79%.

At 27 years old, 70% of CITROEN BERLINGOs from 1997 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 226 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 148,906 miles.

How does the 1997 CITROEN BERLINGO compare?

Rank among all 1997 cars247th out of 320(top 77%)
Rank among all CITROEN models463th out of 599(top 77%)
vs national average-12% (82% avg)
vs 1997 cars average-5% (75% avg)
vs CITROEN average-9% (79% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1997 CITROEN BERLINGO has 148,906 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 199,800 miles for a 27-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a CITROEN BERLINGO?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 85% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 68%. The 1997 sits between the two at 70%.

How much does a 1997 CITROEN BERLINGO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1905cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,727
Per month£144/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

CITROEN BERLINGO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202288%4022,794 mi
202184%11,79943,777 mi
202084%25,91953,291 mi
201985%24,27760,954 mi
201880%22,22375,267 mi
201779%21,86985,386 mi
201678%24,87290,099 mi
201576%27,23498,527 mi
201475%26,117104,847 mi
201374%23,269111,496 mi
201273%18,544114,687 mi
201172%14,747121,745 mi
201072%13,985126,290 mi
200971%15,121121,601 mi
200870%10,829120,329 mi
200770%9,849117,343 mi
200671%9,512119,849 mi
200568%7,304119,897 mi
200470%6,926121,267 mi
200370%5,200120,274 mi
200268%3,018119,697 mi
200169%1,739122,442 mi
200069%768124,445 mi
199969%592115,462 mi
199874%529116,958 mi
199770%226148,906 mi

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About the 1997 CITROEN BERLINGO

The 1997 CITROEN BERLINGO is a family car with a 1905cc diesel engine. 226 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 77% of 1997 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 148,906 miles at 27 years old, CITROEN BERLINGO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1997 CITROEN BERLINGO Fuel Costs

The 1905cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 1997 CITROEN BERLINGO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,727 (£144/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 70% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

CITROEN BERLINGO Reliability Trend

Newer CITROEN BERLINGOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1997 CITROEN BERLINGO

At 27 years old, the CITROEN BERLINGO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 85%.

Alternatives to the 1997 CITROEN BERLINGO

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: