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FH56 HZW

2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Silver Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

87,133 mi
Last recorded87,133 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser55,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH56 HZW
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 87,133 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 83,202 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 83,202 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 79,497 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 79,491 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 76,824 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 74,343 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 71,127 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 69,303 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 69,303 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension rod missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2018 65,573 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 59,493 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 59,492 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 50,820 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 15 Dec 2016 50,820 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 41,276 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 39,102 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 39,102 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 35,633 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 35,633 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 32,270 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 28,503 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 28,503 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 23,565 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 17,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 17,841 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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FH56 HZW is a 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Silver with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 55,779 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 FH56 HZW, 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 20 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FH56 HZW registered?

FH56 HZW is a 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 29 December 2006.

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