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BD55 VBZ

2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

77,092 mi
Last recorded77,092 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser62,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 VBZ
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 77,092 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside handbrake effort low

Fail 3 Aug 2026 77,092 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible blocked by towbar (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside handbrake effort low

Pass 5 Aug 2025 75,923 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 75,403 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2023 73,822 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 72,426 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 69,459 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 67,487 miles

Link bars showing signs of wear

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2019 63,690 miles

Both front tyres low on tread

Nearside link bar looks worn

Oil leak

Fail 9 Aug 2019 63,687 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres low on tread

Nearside link bar looks worn

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2018 57,792 miles

Front brake discs pitted

Oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2017 50,008 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2016 43,522 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 38,152 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 34,158 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 25,837 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 23,379 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 23,379 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 21,027 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 18,132 miles

handbrake travel

Pass 21 Dec 2009 14,940 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 11,858 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 11,740 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Chrysler Pt Cruiser?

Based on 279,642 MOT tests across 18,504 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
5,599
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
18,504
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 18,061
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 16,572
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10,501
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,633
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,390
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BD55 VBZ is a 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 62,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Pt Cruiser fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 18,061 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD55 VBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Pt Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD55 VBZ registered?

BD55 VBZ is a 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is BD55 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 VBZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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