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R442 BNC

1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,979 mi
Last recorded85,979 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon70,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR442 BNC
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2012 85,979 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)

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

Oil leak

Fail 29 Mar 2012 85,975 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 81,552 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 88,285 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Mar 2010 88,285 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 Feb 2009 86,194 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 86,194 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 81,411 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 81,411 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2006

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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R442 BNC is a 1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 70,421 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 R442 BNC, 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 28 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 R442 BNC registered?

R442 BNC is a 1998 Chrysler-jeep Neon, first registered on 15 January 1998.

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