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FE53 WCK

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,507 mi
Last recorded33,507 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2009
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 WCK
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2009 33,507 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 11 Sep 2009 33,507 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2008 25,702 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 25,702 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 27 Aug 2008 25,563 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)

Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 19,310 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 19,228 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 14,988 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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FE53 WCK is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FE53 WCK, 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 FE53 WCK registered?

FE53 WCK is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is FE53 WCK safe to buy?

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