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R173 NLJ

1998 Chrysler Neon

Green Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,992 mi
Last recorded127,992 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Neon71,218 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 NLJ
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2009 127,992 miles

Oil leak

front pads appear to be getting low rec; brake check

Pass 7 Dec 2007 113,275 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 113,275 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 102,712 miles

Fluctuation on offside front brake.

Oil leak on engine, and gearbox.

Pass 22 Nov 2005 90,614 miles

slight crack in front number plate.evidence of engine oil leak.hand brake lever slightly high.

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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R173 NLJ is a 1998 Chrysler Neon in Green with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 71,218 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 R173 NLJ, 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 28 years old, this Chrysler Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R173 NLJ registered?

R173 NLJ is a 1998 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R173 NLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R173 NLJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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