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P718 OLY

1997 Chrysler Neon

Purple Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,207 mi
Last recorded72,207 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Neon73,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP718 OLY
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2012 72,207 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres wearing low

rear number plate cracked

Fail 28 Mar 2012 72,207 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres wearing low

nearside reverse light inop

rear number plate cracked

Pass 13 Apr 2011 68,181 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

rear number plate cracked

Pass 27 Apr 2010 64,243 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

rear number plate cracked

Pass 15 Apr 2009 59,636 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Apr 2009 59,636 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2008 55,041 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 51,538 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 47,520 miles

front anti roll bar link arm bushes perished

front brake pipe rusty

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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P718 OLY is a 1997 Chrysler Neon in Purple 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 P718 OLY, 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 P718 OLY registered?

P718 OLY is a 1997 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P718 OLY safe to buy?

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