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HV08 LTZ

2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Silver Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,320 mi
Last recorded81,320 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser57,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 LTZ
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 81,320 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

underseal under vehicle

Pass 7 Mar 2025 78,832 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 75,521 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Underseal applied throughout

Fail 19 Mar 2024 75,520 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Underseal applied throughout

Pass 15 Mar 2023 72,281 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 69,246 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 69,246 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 62,623 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 62,051 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2020 62,051 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 57,124 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all four (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 52,244 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 47,199 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 42,011 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 36,162 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 29,419 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 23,711 miles

both front tyres vworn on edges/o/s rear close to 2mm markers

Pass 28 Feb 2012 18,029 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 18,029 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 12,023 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)

Fail 16 Feb 2011 12,023 miles

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

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)

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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HV08 LTZ is a 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Silver with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 57,960 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 HV08 LTZ, 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 18 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV08 LTZ registered?

HV08 LTZ is a 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is HV08 LTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 LTZ 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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