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PT51 VEG

2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Diesel 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,092 mi
Last recorded28,092 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser72,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPT51 VEG
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 28,092 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 26,371 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 24,477 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 22,614 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 20,622 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 17,783 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 16,368 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 12,041 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 6,045 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 225 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 135,121 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 134,743 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 110,113 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)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 94,040 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 93,819 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 73,620 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Pt Cruiser?

Based on 279,642 MOT tests across 18,504 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
5,599
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
18,504
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 18,061
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 16,572
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10,501
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,633
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,390
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PT51 VEG is a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 1,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 72,389 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Pt Cruiser fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 18,061 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PT51 VEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Pt Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PT51 VEG registered?

PT51 VEG is a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is PT51 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PT51 VEG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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