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KS54 XSO

2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Maroon Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

149,363 mi
Last recorded149,363 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser62,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 XSO
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 149,363 miles

both front tyre treads getting low

rear coil springs corroded

some corrosion to front and rear brake hoses ferrules

Fail 8 Dec 2018 149,363 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corrosion in prescribed area around front offside of rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front tyre treads getting low

rear coil springs corroded

some corrosion to rear and front metal parts of flexible brake hoses

Fail 8 Dec 2018 149,363 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corrosion in prescribed area around front offside of rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front tyre treads getting low

rear coil springs corroded

some corrosion to rear and front metal parts of flexible brake hoses

Pass 9 Dec 2017 142,134 miles

both lower front wishbone rear bushes splitting

front brake pads getting low

some corrosion to both rear brakes pipes along nearside and offside suspension arms

some corrosion to rear brake hose ferrules

Pass 3 Dec 2016 132,145 miles

both nearside tyre treads close to limit

both rear metal brake pipes corroded

rear bushes on both front lower wishbones starting to split

some wear in nearside track rod end

Pass 21 Dec 2015 122,677 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

oil leaks

Pass 19 Dec 2014 111,666 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

front brake discs corroded edges

rear brake discs worn slightly

Fail 19 Dec 2014 111,666 miles

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

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

front brake discs corroded edges

rear brake discs worn slightly

Pass 4 Jan 2014 101,397 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jan 2014 101,397 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

offside front wheel slightly stiff to turn by hand

Pass 11 Jan 2013 91,051 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 90,847 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated 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)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 80,860 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 68,317 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 68,313 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 56,422 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 45,175 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 45,175 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2008 34,490 miles

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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KS54 XSO is a 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Maroon with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 62,374 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 KS54 XSO, 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 21 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KS54 XSO registered?

KS54 XSO is a 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is KS54 XSO safe to buy?

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