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MV52 YHF

2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

119,339 mi
Last recorded119,339 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser72,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV52 YHF
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2013 119,339 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing more at inner edges of tread

Fail 18 Jan 2013 119,338 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

both front tyres wearing more at inner edges of tread

Fail 12 Jan 2012 118,684 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight judder from front brakes

Pass 12 Jan 2012 118,684 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

slight judder from front brakes

Pass 29 Jan 2011 113,521 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 113,489 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 107,703 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2010 107,698 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 91,332 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 79,660 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 65,853 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 65,853 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 55,429 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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MV52 YHF is a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 72,389 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 MV52 YHF, 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 24 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 MV52 YHF registered?

MV52 YHF is a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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