CarVerify

Free Car Check

LW03 TYX

2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Petrol 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

120,539 mi
Last recorded120,539 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser68,331 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Chrysler
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW03 TYX
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 120,539 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 111,068 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 100,151 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 89,822 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2013 89,776 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2012 82,941 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 3 May 2012 82,941 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 74,701 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 62,183 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 46,887 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 46,887 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 40,940 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 31,180 miles

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

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 21 Aug 2006 21,698 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
Full Chrysler Pt Cruiser reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LW03 TYX is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 LW03 TYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LW03 TYX?

You can check the full history of LW03 TYX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LW03 TYX registered?

LW03 TYX is a 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 19 August 2003.

Is LW03 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW03 TYX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LW03 TYX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LW03 TYX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.