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DF53 SPX

2003 Chrysler-jeep Neon

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

98,137 mi
Last recorded98,137 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Chrysler-jeep Neon50,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 SPX
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelNeon
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 98,137 miles

colour of n/s front indicator

condition of n/ o/s suspension arm rubber bushes

Pass 28 Oct 2015 93,768 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 90,077 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 83,621 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s and o/s front wishbone bushes

Fail 7 Apr 2014 83,620 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s and o/s front wishbone bushes

Pass 3 Apr 2013 78,344 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 71,401 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 65,818 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 65,817 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2011 65,811 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 62,109 miles

Travel on hand brake (some reserve)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 58,108 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Mar 2009 58,108 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 51,749 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 51,684 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 46,508 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 46,399 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Neon?

Based on 13,195 MOT tests across 1,496 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
4,950
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 720
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 679
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 501
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 494
Brake pipe excessively corroded 494
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DF53 SPX is a 2003 Chrysler-jeep Neon in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2003 Chrysler-jeep Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 50,007 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-jeep Neon fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 720 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF53 SPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Neon typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Neon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DF53 SPX registered?

DF53 SPX is a 2003 Chrysler-jeep Neon, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is DF53 SPX safe to buy?

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