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OV08 UTC

2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,752 mi
Last recorded86,752 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser57,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 UTC
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2020 86,752 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 83,716 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 76,651 miles

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

n/s front tyre perishing in treads

Fail 26 Apr 2018 76,651 miles

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

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

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

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

n/s front tyre perishing in treads

Pass 27 Apr 2017 67,600 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 62,940 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 60,476 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 46,963 miles

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

Offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Jun 2013 41,665 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 41,486 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2012 33,962 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jun 2011 28,195 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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OV08 UTC is a 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 57,960 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 OV08 UTC, 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 18 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV08 UTC registered?

OV08 UTC is a 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is OV08 UTC safe to buy?

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