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FP08 NWJ

2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

136,302 mi
Last recorded136,302 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser57,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 NWJ
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 136,302 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 129,784 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 118,552 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 104,177 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 104,172 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 87,934 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 75,424 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 67,069 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 58,802 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 45,372 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 35,534 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 34,722 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 May 2016 34,715 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 31,454 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2014 25,392 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 17,983 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 17,983 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,427 miles

both front wishbone bushes starting to seperate

nearside front bottom balljoint dust cover split

Pass 27 May 2011 13,394 miles

front wishbone bushes starting to seperate

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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FP08 NWJ is a 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 57,960 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 FP08 NWJ, 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 18 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FP08 NWJ registered?

FP08 NWJ is a 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is FP08 NWJ safe to buy?

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