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BN53 NJF

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,291 mi
Last recorded66,291 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 NJF
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 66,291 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front 2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively n/s/f o/s/f (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 66,291 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front 2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively n/s/f o/s/f (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 64,638 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 64,638 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 61,283 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2017 57,507 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2017 57,507 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 54,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Sep 2016 54,375 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 53,669 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Sep 2015 53,664 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 53,065 miles

n/s/f b/binding

Pass 15 Oct 2013 52,025 miles

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

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

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2012 51,432 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 50,337 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 49,694 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

o/s/f and n/s/f b/discs wearing uneven over disc surface

o/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 29 Sep 2009 48,953 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 48,050 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 46,172 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 46,153 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 43,592 miles

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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BN53 NJF is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 68,331 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 BN53 NJF, 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 23 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN53 NJF?

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What year was BN53 NJF registered?

BN53 NJF is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is BN53 NJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 NJF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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