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GF06 HCZ

2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,297 mi
Last recorded86,297 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser55,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 HCZ
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 86,297 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 79,597 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 73,321 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 66,796 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 61,813 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 56,528 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides lenses deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2019 56,527 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Spare wheel insecure in carrier retaining hook can come out (6.1.5 (b) (i))

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides lenses deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2018 131,245 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 51,307 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 May 2017 45,389 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 40,395 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 40,395 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 34,692 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 34,662 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 25,440 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)

o/s/f shock weak

Fail 19 Mar 2014 25,440 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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)

n/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

o/s/f shock weak

Pass 4 Mar 2013 16,146 miles

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

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

both front tyres cracking up on the outer shoulder

off-side front tyre cracking up on the outer shoulder

Pass 28 Mar 2012 14,697 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 12,847 miles

both front tyres perished

n/s/r wheel rim damaged

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 20 Mar 2010 8,686 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 4,188 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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GF06 HCZ is a 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GF06 HCZ, 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 GF06 HCZ registered?

GF06 HCZ is a 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is GF06 HCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF06 HCZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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