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PJ12 ZVM

2012 Chrysler Ypsilon

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

60,274 mi
Last recorded60,274 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon46,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 60,274 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust mounts corroded

osf top mac bearing slightly bearing

Pass 7 Aug 2025 55,396 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front clamp corroded but exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 44,569 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 36,476 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 36,476 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracking cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2022 31,763 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 29,541 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 27,466 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 24,401 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 24,401 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 20,995 miles

Offside Rear Screw in tyre

Pass 19 Apr 2017 15,747 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 9,791 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 9,788 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

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 ZVM is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZVM, 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 ZVM registered?

PJ12 ZVM is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon, first registered on 7 July 2012.

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The MOT history for PJ12 ZVM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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