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P543 VDS

1997 Chrysler Neon

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,129 mi
Last recorded49,129 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Neon73,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP543 VDS
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2012 49,129 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 33,542 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 33,121 miles

high level stop lamp not working

Pass 17 Feb 2009 32,721 miles

slight cut on outer sidewall of nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Feb 2008 32,327 miles

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

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

corrosion starting on fuel filler pipe

Fail 13 Feb 2007 31,760 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

parking brake lever travel

slight cuts on outer sidewall of nearside front tyre

Pass 13 Feb 2007 31,760 miles

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

parking brake lever travel

slight cuts on outer sidewall of nearside front tyre

Pass 21 Feb 2006 31,189 miles

slight corrosion starting on fuel filler pipe

Fail 15 Feb 2006 31,182 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

nail in tyre

slight corrosion starting on fuel filler pipe

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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P543 VDS is a 1997 Chrysler Neon in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P543 VDS, 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 P543 VDS registered?

P543 VDS is a 1997 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P543 VDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P543 VDS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P543 VDS have outstanding finance?

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