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BT51 EWG

2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

82,165 mi
Last recorded82,165 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser72,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 EWG
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2015 82,165 miles

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

both lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated

both rear brake pipes slightly corroided

o/s/f brake pads wearing thin

Fail 4 Nov 2015 82,160 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

both lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated

both rear brake pipes slightly corroided

o/s/f brake pads wearing thin

Pass 30 Jun 2014 76,873 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 76,873 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 70,341 miles

engine light on

Pass 28 Jun 2012 65,108 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 60,186 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 58,103 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 58,103 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 54,731 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 48,059 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 40,724 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 33,393 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 33,393 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2005 27,316 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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BT51 EWG is a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 72,389 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 BT51 EWG, 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 24 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 BT51 EWG registered?

BT51 EWG is a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is BT51 EWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 EWG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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