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P232 BPJ

1996 Chrysler Neon

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

113,091 mi
Last recorded113,091 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2009
Typical for 1996 Chrysler Neon75,875 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 BPJ
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2009 113,091 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/r tyre pershed on outer wall

Fail 30 Jun 2009 113,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 111,378 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Jul 2008 111,377 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Jul 2008 111,363 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre perished on side wall.

Pass 11 Jul 2007 104,375 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 103,904 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 79,041 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Neon?

Based on 125,009 MOT tests across 15,659 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,166
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
15,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 7,414
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,437
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,612
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,708
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,272
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P232 BPJ is a 1996 Chrysler Neon in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 75,875 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 Neon fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 7,414 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P232 BPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Neon typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Chrysler Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P232 BPJ registered?

P232 BPJ is a 1996 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 12 December 1996.

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