Citroen Berlingo reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Citroen Berlingo is a van. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 73 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 37 of 42, and 41.4% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is position lamp (8.0% of tests).
Ranked 37 of 42 vans and pickups in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 180,939 Citroen Berlingos aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 41.4% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Citroen Berlingo is 37% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 28.6% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
41.4%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
28.6%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
10,900
Typical age at test: 9 years
Citroen Berlingo MOT failure rate by age
Most common Citroen Berlingo MOT faults
- Position lamp: not working8.0% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working6.9% of tests
- Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.6% of tests
- Registration plate lamp(s): inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps4.8% of tests
- Headlamp: not working on dipped beam3.9% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.9% of tests
What the Citroen Berlingo fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 24.9% | ▲ 2.1× as often |
| Suspension | 10.7% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Brakes | 8.4% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Body and structure | 8.1% | ▲ 2.2× as often |
| Visibility | 8.0% | ▲ 1.7× as often |
| Tyres | 7.2% | About average |
| Exhaust and emissions | 3.8% | About average |
| Steering | 2.8% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 2.7% | ▲ 2.5× as often |
| Wheels | 0.1% | ▼ 72% less often |
Citroen Berlingo specs and running costs
Official figures for 75 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2025.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
37.1–68.9 mpg
CO2
108–181 g/km
Power
75–131 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berlingo Blue HDI 100102 PS · M5 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 55.6 mpg | 133g | £200 | 32% |
| Berlingo Blue HDI 100102 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 57.4 mpg | 129g | £200 | 31% |
| Berlingo BlueHDi 100 S&S 6-speed manual102 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 54.4 mpg | 136g | £200 | 37% |
| Berlingo Diesel 100hp Manual102 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 54.3 mpg | 135g | £200 | 37% |
| Berlingo Blue HDI 130131 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 54.2 mpg | 137g | £200 | 33% |
| Berlingo Blue HDI 130 EAT8131 PS · A8 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 52.6 mpg | 141g | £200 | 34% |
| Berlingo BlueHDi 130 S&S EAT8 Auto131 PS · A8 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 51.9 mpg | 143g | £200 | 37% |
| Berlingo Diesel 130hp Automatic131 PS · A8 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 51.4 mpg | 143g | £200 | 37% |
| Berlingo PureTech 110110 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 45.8 mpg | 140g | £200 | 34% |
| Berlingo PureTech 110 S&S 6-speed manual110 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 44.7 mpg | 142g | £200 | 34% |
| Berlingo Petrol 110hp Manual110 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 46.3 mpg | 139g | £200 | 33% |
| Berlingo PureTech 130 EAT8131 PS · A8 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 43.7 mpg | 146g | £200 | 35% |
| Berlingo BlueHDi 100 S&S 6-speed manual (VL)75 PS · M6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 54.4 mpg | 136g | £200 | 37% |
| Berlingo BlueHDi 100 S&S 6-speed manual (VH)75 PS · M6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 46 mpg | 161g | £200 | 37% |
| Berlingo BlueHDi 130 S&S EAT8 Auto (VL)96 PS · A8 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 51.9 mpg | 143g | £200 | 37% |
Economy and CO2 are official WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 75 versions.
What a Citroen Berlingo costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 45.8mpg…
- diesel, typical official 64.2mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Citroen Berlingo reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Citroen Berlingo is 37% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 73 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Citroen Berlingo?
The most common MOT fault is “Position lamp: not working”, found in 8.0% of tests. It fails on seat belts and airbags and body and structure more often than similar cars.
›How many Citroen Berlingos fail their MOT?
41.4% of Citroen Berlingos aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 28.6% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Citroen Berlingo combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.