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R431 MPB

1998 Chrysler Neon

Purple Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,473 mi
Last recorded101,473 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Neon71,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR431 MPB
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2012 101,473 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 95,180 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Mar 2011 95,154 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2010 88,475 miles

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)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Mar 2009 82,523 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 82,523 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 76,838 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 76,830 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 72,142 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 70,374 miles

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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R431 MPB is a 1998 Chrysler Neon in Purple with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R431 MPB, 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 R431 MPB registered?

R431 MPB is a 1998 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R431 MPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R431 MPB shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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