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P78 MLY

1996 Chrysler Neon

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,388 mi
Last recorded90,388 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2011
Typical for 1996 Chrysler Neon75,875 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP78 MLY
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2011 90,388 miles

rear view mirror missing

Fail 2 Feb 2011 90,388 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

rear view mirror missing

Pass 21 Jan 2010 85,900 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 79,106 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 79,106 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 68,669 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jan 2007 60,180 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 60,180 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 54,912 miles

brake stopping distance seems poor

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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P78 MLY is a 1996 Chrysler Neon in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P78 MLY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P78 MLY?

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What year was P78 MLY registered?

P78 MLY is a 1996 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 28 October 1996.

Is P78 MLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P78 MLY 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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