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EO03 LWS

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Maroon Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

69,758 mi
Last recorded69,758 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 LWS
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 69,758 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear brakes binding a small amount

Fail 25 May 2017 69,758 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working water in lamp (1.2.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear brakes binding a small amount

Pass 8 May 2015 57,757 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 57,692 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 53,251 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 27 Feb 2014 53,246 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 41,706 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 41,402 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 36,626 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 36,626 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 25,617 miles

advise both sides front lower arm rear bushes perished

Fail 9 Jan 2008 25,617 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

advise both sides front lower arm rear bushes perished

Pass 6 Nov 2006 17,699 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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EO03 LWS is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Maroon with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 EO03 LWS, 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 EO03 LWS registered?

EO03 LWS is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 17 March 2003.

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