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R278 VKX

1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager

Purple Petrol 3778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,728 mi
Last recorded155,728 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager104,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR278 VKX
MakeChrysler
ModelGrand Voyager
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,778cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 155,728 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output ON BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 153,760 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Nov 2016 152,928 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 151,787 miles

oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2014 150,086 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 148,858 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 147,040 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2011 142,121 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 142,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 133,932 miles

handbrake efficiency just met

Fail 5 Oct 2010 133,930 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 122,597 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 109,317 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 105,725 miles

N/S/R AND EXTREME SEAT BELTS NOT TESTED [SEATS NOT FITTED]

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 105,725 miles

N/S/R AND EXTREME SEAT BELTS NOT TESTED [SEATS NOT FITTED]

Pass 11 Jul 2006 101,799 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 101,799 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Chrysler Grand Voyager?

Based on 387,238 MOT tests across 25,998 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
7,033
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
25,998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 26,896
parking brake recording little or no effort 15,574
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,479
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,244
position lamp(s) not working 9,373
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R278 VKX is a 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager in Purple with a 3,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 104,953 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Grand Voyager fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 26,896 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R278 VKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Grand Voyager typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Chrysler Grand Voyager is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R278 VKX registered?

R278 VKX is a 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R278 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R278 VKX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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