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KN53 JNF

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

110,809 mi
Last recorded110,809 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 JNF
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2024 110,809 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 98,729 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 83,564 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2022 83,398 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 70,525 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 70,502 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened broken (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 59,271 miles

both headlamps cloudy

Pass 12 Sep 2018 58,549 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 57,512 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 57,512 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 55,675 miles

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

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

rear exhaust clamp fractured

Fail 14 Sep 2016 55,675 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens faded (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

rear exhaust clamp fractured

Pass 23 Sep 2015 52,807 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 51,006 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 51,005 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 47,331 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 47,850 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 45,559 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 42,625 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 42,625 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 41,522 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 41,519 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

inner edge of front disc's badly worn

Pass 29 Sep 2009 38,811 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 38,811 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 32,662 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 28 Sep 2007 27,712 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 20,905 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 20,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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KN53 JNF is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KN53 JNF, 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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KN53 JNF is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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