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DF53 SOC

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

104,606 mi
Last recorded104,606 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 SOC
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 104,606 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 98,356 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 84,603 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside rear shock outer casing cracked

Fail 9 Mar 2011 84,603 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside rear shock outer casing cracked

Pass 1 Mar 2010 72,286 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 60,082 miles

n/s & o/s rear flexible brake hoses metal ends corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2009 59,613 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 49,901 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 49,795 miles

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

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

engine oil leaking and contaminating power steering pipe

Pass 18 Jan 2007 39,144 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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DF53 SOC is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DF53 SOC, 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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What year was DF53 SOC registered?

DF53 SOC is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 15 December 2003.

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