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MT12 LZB

2012 Chrysler Ypsilon

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

102,246 mi
Last recorded102,246 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon46,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT12 LZB
MakeChrysler
ModelYpsilon
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 102,246 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 98,388 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 98,388 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 94,309 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 89,591 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 83,989 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 83,989 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 79,315 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 74,588 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 74,588 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 68,157 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 68,157 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face is corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face is corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side low on performance will not lock out (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2019 68,149 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component missing bump stop missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox selector shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 May 2018 61,132 miles
Fail 7 May 2018 61,132 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2017 55,048 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on mot limit also cracking on inner tread,tyre in poor condition (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front brake pads wearing low

leak on gearbox seal

Pass 11 May 2016 48,354 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 48,354 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 39,175 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Ypsilon?

Based on 71,515 MOT tests across 5,676 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
4,637
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
5,676
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 1,162
coil spring broken 432
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MT12 LZB is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 46,134 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 Ypsilon fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 1,162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT12 LZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Ypsilon typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Chrysler Ypsilon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT12 LZB registered?

MT12 LZB is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon, first registered on 27 June 2012.

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