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HJ52 PNV

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,347 mi
Last recorded45,347 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 PNV
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 45,347 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Rear suspension components rusty

Fail 12 Jan 2017 45,347 miles

Coolant leak ()

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Rear suspension components rusty

Pass 7 Jan 2016 42,538 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear suspension components rusty

Fail 7 Jan 2016 42,538 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear suspension components rusty

Pass 8 Jan 2015 39,617 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

rear suspension components rusty

Pass 21 Jan 2014 37,819 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 37,799 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 36,185 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 33,770 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 19 Jan 2012 33,770 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 28,851 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 24,156 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 18,971 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 15,336 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 15,336 miles

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

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

Nearside Front 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)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 12,980 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2006 10,321 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 10,321 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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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HJ52 PNV is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HJ52 PNV, 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.

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HJ52 PNV is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 29 January 2003.

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