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GK53 VJD

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

82,244 mi
Last recorded82,244 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 VJD
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 82,244 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 82,244 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 64,270 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 64,270 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Air filter top not connected

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

bonnet stay bent

Pass 6 Sep 2010 51,868 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 43,353 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Aug 2009 43,353 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 35,659 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 35,658 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 24,813 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 24,813 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 18,619 miles

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

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

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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GK53 VJD is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 68,331 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK53 VJD, 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 23 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK53 VJD registered?

GK53 VJD is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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