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FY52 JYC

2002 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,955 mi
Last recorded81,955 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser69,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 JYC
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 81,955 miles

Brake flexi hoses perished

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

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

Rear Suspension bushes perished

Pass 18 Jul 2022 75,119 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 68,205 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front 'D' bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light general underside corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 59,526 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 54,042 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 52,937 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 52,937 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 52,263 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 51,401 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 49,901 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 48,568 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 48,568 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 46,436 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 44,877 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 42,677 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 42,677 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 41,360 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 41,360 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 39,841 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 36,953 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 34,459 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 31,494 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser?

Based on 68,510 MOT tests across 4,579 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
5,416
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,579
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 4,547
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,555
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,940
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,545
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FY52 JYC is a 2002 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 69,126 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 4,547 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY52 JYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY52 JYC registered?

FY52 JYC is a 2002 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser, first registered on 20 September 2002.

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The MOT history for FY52 JYC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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