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R701 EAB

1998 Chrysler Neon

Purple Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,165 mi
Last recorded51,165 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Neon71,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR701 EAB
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 51,165 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 48,788 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 46,550 miles

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 44,152 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 41,615 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 39,011 miles

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

O/S front indicator cracked.

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

Oil leak rear of engine.

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

Fail 21 Apr 2008 39,005 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front wiper blades split at ends of blade.

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

O/S front indicator cracked.

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

Oil leak from transmission.

Oil leak rear of engine.

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 37,550 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2006 36,262 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 36,262 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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R701 EAB 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 80%.

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 R701 EAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R701 EAB registered?

R701 EAB is a 1998 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R701 EAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R701 EAB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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