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LR53 LFD

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,174 mi
Last recorded127,174 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 LFD
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 127,174 miles

handbrake grabs when used in reverse

nearside wishbone rear bush worn poor condition

play in steering rack

rear brake hose metal sections corroded

Fail 25 Oct 2016 127,171 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

handbrake grabs when used in reverse

nearside wishbone rear bush worn poor condition

play in steering rack

rear brake hose metal sections corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2015 121,654 miles

exhaust corroded

inbalance in front brakes 24%

nearside front wishbone rear bush worn

undertray and engine cover fitted

Fail 2 Nov 2015 121,646 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

exhaust corroded

inbalance in front brakes 24%

nearside front wishbone rear bush worn

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2014 112,320 miles

front indicators faded

slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 6 Nov 2014 112,320 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front indicators faded

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 6 Nov 2013 104,930 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 96,634 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 86,676 miles

both headlamp aims poor

front brake pads 75% worn

Fail 8 Nov 2011 86,659 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

both headlamp aims poor

front brake pads 75% worn

Pass 22 Oct 2010 76,500 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 68,257 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 68,257 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)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 61,210 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 52,616 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 41,288 miles

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

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

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

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

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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LR53 LFD is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LR53 LFD, 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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LR53 LFD is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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