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R408 KLJ

1997 Chrysler-jeep Neon

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

61,168 mi
Last recorded61,168 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Chrysler-jeep Neon72,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR408 KLJ
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelNeon
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2010 61,168 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 60,047 miles

o/s and n/s front brake disc pitted

o/s and n/s front rear wishbone bush split

Fail 13 Jan 2009 60,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

o/s and n/s front brake disc pitted

o/s and n/s front rear wishbone bush split

Pass 8 Jan 2008 58,274 miles

o/s and n/s front inner brake disc pitted

o/s and n/s front rear wishbone bush split

o/s headlight poor image

Fail 8 Jan 2008 58,274 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

o/s and n/s front inner brake disc pitted

o/s and n/s front rear wishbone bush split

o/s headlight poor image

Pass 10 Jan 2007 56,234 miles

o/s and n/s front brake disc pitted

o/s and n/s front rear wishbone bush split

Pass 19 Jan 2006 53,976 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 53,963 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

o/s and n/s front brake discs pitted

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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R408 KLJ is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Neon in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler-jeep Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 72,503 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 R408 KLJ, 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 29 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R408 KLJ registered?

R408 KLJ is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Neon, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R408 KLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R408 KLJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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