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P235 DEP

1997 Chrysler Neon

Green Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

138,264 mi
Last recorded138,264 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Neon73,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP235 DEP
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2014 138,264 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 138,110 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 137,362 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 136,193 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Feb 2011 133,949 miles

Bad oil leak from rear of engine

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 130,378 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Oil Leak back of engine

Pass 4 Feb 2009 128,013 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2009 128,013 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 124,167 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 124,167 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2007 121,800 miles

N/S/F and both rear tyres at 2.5 to 3.0 mm -- legal limit 1.6 mm

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 121,800 miles

N/S/F and both rear tyres at 2.5 to 3.0 mm -- legal limit 1.6 mm

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 119,142 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 118,982 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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P235 DEP is a 1997 Chrysler Neon in Green with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 73,964 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 P235 DEP, 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 29 years old, this Chrysler Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P235 DEP registered?

P235 DEP is a 1997 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P235 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P235 DEP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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