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LJ51 OBF

2001 Chrysler Neon

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,410 mi
Last recorded95,410 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Neon62,827 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 OBF
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 95,410 miles

Coolant leak

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 95,385 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 92,926 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 90,629 miles

Handbrake lever has slight travel

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 87,952 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 85,564 miles

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 82,891 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 79,671 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 77,897 miles

Handbrake lever has slight travel

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

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

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

Reverse lights not working

Pass 25 Jul 2018 74,915 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 71,990 miles

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

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

wiper blades perishing

Fail 28 Jul 2017 71,952 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

high level brake light not working

wiper blades perishing

Pass 28 Jul 2016 68,827 miles

Body has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 65,821 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 62,985 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 60,217 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 55,936 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 52,175 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 48,883 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 45,366 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 44,886 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Handbrake grabbing on roller brake tester

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 41,880 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 39,190 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 37,421 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Neon?

Based on 125,009 MOT tests across 15,659 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,166
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
15,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 7,414
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,437
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,612
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,708
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,272
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LJ51 OBF is a 2001 Chrysler Neon in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 62,827 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Neon fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 7,414 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ51 OBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Neon typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Chrysler Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ51 OBF registered?

LJ51 OBF is a 2001 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is LJ51 OBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 OBF shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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