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CA03 LBF

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,092 mi
Last recorded115,092 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 LBF
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2021 115,092 miles

Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 104,943 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 100,901 miles

Central slight corrosion to a support strut

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 98,692 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 96,435 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 inner face (3.5.1i)

only 1 washer jet working no n/s/f

Fail 21 Nov 2015 96,381 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 inner face (3.5.1i)

only 1 washer jet working no n/s/f

Pass 24 Nov 2014 93,380 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 90,042 miles

n/s/f brake binding slightly

n/s/f suspension bush worn

n/s/f tyre very close to limit

possible clutch fluid leak

Pass 8 Oct 2012 84,557 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front side window tint seems a little dark

Fail 8 Oct 2012 84,557 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front side window tint seems a little dark

Fail 3 Oct 2011 81,537 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front side windows tint very dark

Pass 3 Oct 2011 81,537 miles

front side windows tint very dark

Pass 30 Sep 2010 72,727 miles

both front washer jets poor

Pass 1 Oct 2009 62,976 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 52,936 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 52,935 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Oct 2007 44,197 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 31,800 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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CA03 LBF is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CA03 LBF, 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.

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CA03 LBF is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 30 July 2003.

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