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P661 TBJ

1996 Chrysler Neon

Red Petrol 1966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

176,619 mi
Last recorded176,619 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2010
Typical for 1996 Chrysler Neon75,875 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP661 TBJ
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,966cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2010 176,619 miles

Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

slight play in n/s/f side rod swivel joint in rack boot

fuel filler pipe corroded

Fail 2 Jun 2010 176,590 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

fuel filler pipe corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2009 153,467 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

slight play in n/s/f track rod

Fail 1 Jun 2009 153,467 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

slight play in n/s/f track rod

Pass 28 May 2008 128,957 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 20 May 2008 128,944 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 12 Apr 2008 127,268 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 112,895 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 112,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 111,174 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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P661 TBJ is a 1996 Chrysler Neon in Red with a 1,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P661 TBJ, 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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P661 TBJ is a 1996 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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