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EF03 LYX

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Beige Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,354 mi
Last recorded94,354 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 LYX
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 94,354 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT TO CENTRE JOINT (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 93,979 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 93,619 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHING

Pass 30 Nov 2022 92,888 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 92,888 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 90,683 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 90,683 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 88,988 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 85,510 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 79,619 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 73,270 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2016 70,565 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 68,118 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 65,519 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 63,659 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 61,289 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 58,308 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 51,482 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 51,482 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 16 May 2009 44,823 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 39,028 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 31,860 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 24,863 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 24,750 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)

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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EF03 LYX is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Beige with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EF03 LYX, 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

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What year was EF03 LYX registered?

EF03 LYX is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is EF03 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF03 LYX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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