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PJ12 XBV

2012 Chrysler Ypsilon

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,751 mi
Last recorded53,751 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon46,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 XBV
MakeChrysler
ModelYpsilon
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 53,751 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 53,751 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

o/s handbrake outer casing split

Pass 21 May 2025 51,869 miles

handbrake outer casings split

rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 22 May 2024 50,377 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 48,484 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 46,744 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 45,466 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 45,466 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2020 44,192 miles
Fail 5 May 2020 44,192 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine oil sump corroded

Pass 20 May 2019 42,182 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 40,775 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 40,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 May 2017 37,931 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly distorted and cracking in tread

Pass 19 May 2016 36,123 miles

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 27 May 2015 33,590 miles

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

o/s rear tyre slightly out of shape

How Reliable is the Chrysler Ypsilon?

Based on 71,515 MOT tests across 5,676 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
4,637
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
5,676
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 1,162
coil spring broken 432
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PJ12 XBV is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 46,134 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 Ypsilon fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 1,162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ12 XBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Ypsilon typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Chrysler Ypsilon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJ12 XBV registered?

PJ12 XBV is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is PJ12 XBV safe to buy?

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