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R212 NLJ

1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon

Purple Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2010
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

60,788 mi
Last recorded60,788 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon70,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR212 NLJ
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2009 60,788 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 60,523 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

damage to o/s/f wing

Fail 28 Jan 2009 60,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

damage to o/s/f wing

Pass 8 Sep 2008 59,790 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 59,790 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 56,381 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Oct 2007 56,377 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2006 51,543 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2005 46,672 miles

damaged near side front tyre on sidewall

Fail 17 Oct 2005 46,672 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Advise near side front tyre damaged on side wall

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Neon?

Based on 13,195 MOT tests across 1,496 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
4,950
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 720
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 679
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 501
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 494
Brake pipe excessively corroded 494
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R212 NLJ is a 1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon in Purple with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 70,421 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-jeep Neon fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 720 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R212 NLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Neon typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R212 NLJ registered?

R212 NLJ is a 1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R212 NLJ safe to buy?

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