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R798 VEC

1997 Chrysler Neon

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,390 mi
Last recorded112,390 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Neon73,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR798 VEC
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2008 112,390 miles

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Oil leak

Fail 22 Oct 2008 112,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2007 102,906 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 95,971 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 93,412 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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R798 VEC is a 1997 Chrysler Neon in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R798 VEC, 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 R798 VEC registered?

R798 VEC is a 1997 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R798 VEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R798 VEC shows 5 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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