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R387 OEW

1998 Chrysler Neon

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

203,786 mi
Last recorded203,786 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Neon71,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR387 OEW
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 203,786 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 203,786 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 May 2013 200,819 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

rear silencer corroded

Fail 23 May 2012 198,033 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

aerail broken

alternator light on

Pass 23 May 2012 198,033 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

aerail broken

alternator light on

Pass 24 May 2011 194,274 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Oil leak

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

aerial broken

alternator light on

catalyst noisey

Pass 9 Jun 2010 190,637 miles

Oil leak

battery light on

Fail 8 Jun 2010 190,629 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

battery light on

Pass 28 May 2009 187,868 miles

Advise anti-roll bar bush's starting to show signs of perishing but okay at time of test

Advise exhaust/backbox corroded but okay at time of test

Advise nearside mirror cracked

Advise oil leak at back of engine

Advise slight wiper marks on offside of windscreen

Advise tread wearing low on offside front tyre and starting to crack/perish

Pass 10 Jun 2008 185,051 miles

Both front wishbone bushs unbonding and perished

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Major coolent leak

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside wing mirror damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre perished

Oil leak

catolitic converter inturnals colapced

Fail 10 Jun 2008 185,051 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Both front wishbone bushs unbonding and perished

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Major coolent leak

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside wing mirror damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre perished

Oil leak

catolitic converter inturnals colapced

Pass 6 Nov 2006 182,488 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 182,488 miles

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

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

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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R387 OEW is a 1998 Chrysler Neon in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R387 OEW, 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.

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What year was R387 OEW registered?

R387 OEW is a 1998 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R387 OEW safe to buy?

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