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P138 DUD

1997 Chrysler Unknown

Black Petrol 5200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

287,551 mi
Last recorded287,551 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP138 DUD
MakeChrysler
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,200cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 287,551 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 283,878 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 279,985 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 279,979 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working fog light fitted to wrong side (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer casing (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 279,974 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working fog light fitted to wrong side (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer casing (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Chrysler Unknown?

Based on 464 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
3,984
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
brake recording little or no effort 5
parking brake recording little or no effort 5
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P138 DUD is a 1997 Chrysler Unknown in Black with a 5,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Chrysler Unknown fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P138 DUD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 29 years old, this Chrysler Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P138 DUD registered?

P138 DUD is a 1997 Chrysler Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P138 DUD safe to buy?

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