CarVerify

Free Car Check

BV53 YDE

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Silver Petrol 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

87,017 mi
Last recorded87,017 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Chrysler
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 YDE
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 87,017 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 86,944 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 75,402 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both headlamp lenses fading

exhaust system deteriorating

nearside front inner driveshaft gaiter deteriorating

nearside front wearing low and slightly perished

Fail 23 Aug 2017 75,402 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both headlamp lenses fading

exhaust system deteriorating

nearside front inner driveshaft gaiter deteriorating

nearside front wearing low and slightly perished

Pass 19 Oct 2015 69,712 miles

Offside OIL LEAK AT ENGINE

REAR N/S TYRE HAS INNER CRACKED WALL BUT NO CORDS EXSPOSED

Pass 16 Oct 2014 67,161 miles

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

rear flexy hoses o/s and n/s metal pipes rusted but serviceable

Fail 13 Oct 2014 67,139 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

rear flexy hoses o/s and n/s metal pipes rusted but serviceable

Fail 1 Oct 2013 64,360 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear exhaust box outer casing rusty

Pass 1 Oct 2013 64,360 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear exhaust box outer casing rusty

Pass 4 Oct 2012 61,407 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear exhaust box outer casing rusty

Fail 1 Oct 2012 61,407 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear exhaust box outer casing rusty

Pass 4 Oct 2011 58,996 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear tyre cracks inner side wall

Pass 17 Sep 2010 56,129 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 56,129 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 52,292 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN, WEARING INNER EDGES

BOTH OUTER TRACK ROD ENDS BOOTS LEAKING GREASE

CORROSION TO FRONT & REAR BRAKE HOSE METAL CONNECTIONS

EXHAUST & CLAMPS CORRODED

PIN HOLE REAR EXHAUST BOX

SPARE WHEEL INSECURE

SURFACE CORROSION TO BRAKE DISCS ALLROUND

Fail 15 Sep 2009 52,283 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN, WEARING INNER EDGES

BOTH OUTER TRACK ROD ENDS BOOTS LEAKING GREASE

CORROSION TO FRONT & REAR BRAKE HOSE METAL CONNECTIONS

EXHAUST & CLAMPS CORRODED

PIN HOLE REAR EXHAUST BOX

SPARE WHEEL INSECURE

SURFACE CORROSION TO BRAKE DISCS ALLROUND

Pass 4 Sep 2008 43,043 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)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 41,445 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 35,498 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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
Full Chrysler Pt Cruiser reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BV53 YDE is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV53 YDE, 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 BV53 YDE?

You can check the full history of BV53 YDE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BV53 YDE registered?

BV53 YDE is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is BV53 YDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 YDE shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BV53 YDE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BV53 YDE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.