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FV56 OSU

2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Black Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

110,895 mi
Last recorded110,895 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser55,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 OSU
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 110,895 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 109,400 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 106,719 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 103,970 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 100,909 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 98,403 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 96,413 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 91,986 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 87,686 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 81,934 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 81,934 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 75,390 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 68,554 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 68,554 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 60,834 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 60,834 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2012 52,092 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 52,092 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 42,557 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 34,168 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 34,168 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 21 Dec 2009 23,730 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 23,730 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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FV56 OSU is a 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Black with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 FV56 OSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV56 OSU registered?

FV56 OSU is a 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 29 December 2006.

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