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BU51 FMJ

2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,837 mi
Last recorded90,837 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser73,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 FMJ
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 90,837 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2011 90,834 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 79,026 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 68,100 miles

Light corrosion to rear sub frame

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 59,282 miles

rack advise nsf tyer

Pass 19 Sep 2007 51,492 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 43,680 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 43,680 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

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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BU51 FMJ is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 73,288 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 BU51 FMJ, 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 25 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 BU51 FMJ registered?

BU51 FMJ is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is BU51 FMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 FMJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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