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R599 RPY

1998 Chrysler Neon

White Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

106,037 mi
Last recorded106,037 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Neon71,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR599 RPY
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2009 106,037 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

Fail 2 Jun 2009 106,011 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

Fail 31 May 2008 86,301 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 May 2008 86,301 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2007 80,662 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 80,662 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE OUTER WALL CRACKED

Pass 16 May 2006 78,416 miles

OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER TREAD WEAR OK TIME OFF TEST

Pass 23 May 2005 76,665 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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R599 RPY is a 1998 Chrysler Neon in White with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R599 RPY, 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 R599 RPY registered?

R599 RPY is a 1998 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R599 RPY safe to buy?

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