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N88 PTP

2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

77,031 mi
Last recorded77,031 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser73,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN88 PTP
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 77,031 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 77,003 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody by subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2024 76,997 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody by subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 76,182 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 76,182 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 75,276 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 73,575 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 72,201 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 71,346 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 70,155 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 69,369 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 67,043 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 65,661 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 63,764 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2015 63,764 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 61,044 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 59,750 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 59,750 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 58,524 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 56,547 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 54,568 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 53,248 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 52,022 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 50,238 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 44,876 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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N88 PTP is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 73,288 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 N88 PTP, 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 25 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 N88 PTP?

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What year was N88 PTP registered?

N88 PTP is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 9 September 2001.

Is N88 PTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N88 PTP shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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