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GU57 YLJ

2007 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Black Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

69,638 mi
Last recorded69,638 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Chrysler Pt Cruiser53,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 YLJ
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 69,638 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 68,190 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 65,077 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 65,077 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2022 65,077 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 60,893 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 60,891 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2021 60,720 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 57,885 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2020 57,885 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 54,888 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion under vehicle

Fail 1 Oct 2019 54,888 miles

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion under vehicle

Pass 29 Sep 2018 51,564 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 49,217 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 49,217 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 46,446 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 43,754 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 42,145 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 38,317 miles

All 4 Tyres -cracking inbetween treads

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2013 33,133 miles

Engine oil leak

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 25,982 miles

Both front brake discs slightly corroded

Oil leak

Fail 7 Apr 2012 25,965 miles

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

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

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

Both front brake discs slightly corroded

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2011 10,542 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 8,973 miles

Front brake discs slghtly corroded

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded

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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GU57 YLJ is a 2007 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Black with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2007 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 53,287 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 GU57 YLJ, 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 19 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GU57 YLJ registered?

GU57 YLJ is a 2007 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 20 September 2007.

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