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R388 VLU

1997 Chrysler Voyager

Purple Petrol 3301cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

159,525 mi
Last recorded159,525 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Voyager116,145 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR388 VLU
MakeChrysler
ModelVoyager
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,301cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 159,525 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test only one fitted nearside rear ()

Pass 31 Aug 2016 153,987 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bushes (2.4.G.2)

emission reading fluctuating

Pass 29 Aug 2015 148,328 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 142,884 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 136,323 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 129,934 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 123,374 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 26 Aug 2011 123,327 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 102,779 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 91,955 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 86,539 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 79,996 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 73,844 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Voyager?

Based on 217,749 MOT tests across 16,380 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,849
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,182
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,176
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,376
position lamp(s) not working 7,229
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R388 VLU is a 1997 Chrysler Voyager in Purple with a 3,301cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler Voyager models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 116,145 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Voyager fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 16,849 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R388 VLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R388 VLU registered?

R388 VLU is a 1997 Chrysler Voyager, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R388 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R388 VLU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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