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FH53 YGY

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Purple Diesel 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,247 mi
Last recorded131,247 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 YGY
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 131,247 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at approx 2.5mm - legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at approx 3.0mm - legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Dec 2017 127,362 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both front lamps deteriorated (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 127,349 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Front trim on bumper (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both front lamps deteriorated (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 122,358 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 117,385 miles

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

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)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 117,356 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

both front brake calipers sticking

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 117,339 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

both front brake calipers sticking

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 117,248 miles

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 108,121 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 93,468 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight corrosion to steel pipe section of flex brake pipes

Pass 27 Oct 2010 80,532 miles

slight bind o/s rear brake

Pass 5 Nov 2009 66,584 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 53,528 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 41,267 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 30,794 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not 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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FH53 YGY is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Purple with a 1,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FH53 YGY, 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 FH53 YGY registered?

FH53 YGY is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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