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P259 FPM

1997 Chrysler Neon

Green Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,102 mi
Last recorded138,102 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Neon73,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP259 FPM
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2010 138,102 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 125,333 miles

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

handbrake travel

Pass 15 Oct 2009 125,333 miles

handbrake travel

Pass 18 Nov 2008 113,555 miles

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

parking brake may need adjusting

Pass 22 Nov 2007 108,516 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 102,800 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front to rear brake pipe slight rust

fuel tank support straps are rusty

offside front brake pipe getting corroded

slight perishing both sides front antiroll bar link bushes

Fail 18 Nov 2006 102,672 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front to rear brake pipe has slight corrosion

petrol tank support straps are getting rusty

slight perishing front antiroll bar link bushes

suspect rear brake pads are getting low

Pass 26 Nov 2005 95,391 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2005 95,391 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

advanced travel handbrake

petrol tank securing straps getting rusty

slight rust front to rear brake pipes

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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P259 FPM is a 1997 Chrysler Neon in Green with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P259 FPM, 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 P259 FPM registered?

P259 FPM is a 1997 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P259 FPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P259 FPM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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