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R633 SJM

1997 Chrysler Neon

Purple Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

117,161 mi
Last recorded117,161 miles
Recorded on18 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Neon73,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR633 SJM
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2009 117,161 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

brake pipes greased

Fail 21 Apr 2009 116,867 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 105,855 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 105,855 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2008 105,488 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 92,700 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 89,794 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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R633 SJM is a 1997 Chrysler Neon in Purple with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 73,964 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 R633 SJM, 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 29 years old, this Chrysler Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R633 SJM registered?

R633 SJM is a 1997 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 18 November 1997.

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