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AO51 BTU

2001 Chrysler Neon

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

75,607 mi
Last recorded75,607 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Neon62,827 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 BTU
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 75,607 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 75,606 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 74,661 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 72,301 miles

Exhaust system rusty.

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear tyre perished.

Pass 14 Mar 2016 70,153 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 70,153 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 66,899 miles

Exhuast system deteriorated

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fuel pipes near tank slightly correded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vairous Brake pipes greased

nsr park brake only just met requirements

Fail 24 Nov 2014 66,899 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhuast system deteriorated

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fuel pipes near tank slightly correded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vairous Brake pipes greased

Pass 10 Oct 2013 65,344 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

front subframe repaired + sealed over

osr tyre perishing

sill covers fitted

various parts + components oiled or sealed over on underside.

Fail 3 Oct 2013 65,344 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

front subframe repaired + sealed over

osr tyre perishing

sill covers fitted

various parts + components oiled or sealed over on underside.

Pass 27 Jul 2012 63,519 miles

both front wishbone rear bushes starting to deteriorate

light corrosion to rear brake disc's

o/s/f brake binding lightly

under car coated in oil/underseal

Pass 19 May 2011 60,922 miles

front brakedisc inner faces corroding

Pass 16 Apr 2010 57,276 miles

front brake discs deteriorating on inner faces

Fail 8 Apr 2010 57,257 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs deteriorating on inner faces

Pass 27 Mar 2009 55,064 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 49,369 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 43,592 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 33,645 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Neon?

Based on 125,009 MOT tests across 15,659 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,166
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
15,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 7,414
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,437
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,612
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,708
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,272
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AO51 BTU is a 2001 Chrysler Neon in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2001 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 62,827 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Neon fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 7,414 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO51 BTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Neon typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Chrysler Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO51 BTU registered?

AO51 BTU is a 2001 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is AO51 BTU safe to buy?

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