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R835 CGJ

1997 Chrysler Neon

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,919 mi
Last recorded69,919 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Neon73,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR835 CGJ
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2010 69,919 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both outer trackrod end rubber boots leaking

front no plate in poor condition

near side outer sill damaged

rear silencer very rusty and weak

Fail 20 Oct 2010 69,916 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both outer trackrod end rubber boots leaking

front no plate in poor condition

near side outer sill damaged

rear silencer very rusty and weak

Pass 15 Jul 2009 54,955 miles

front engine mounting broken

Pass 18 Jul 2008 47,432 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 47,432 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 44,404 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 41,713 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 41,712 miles

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

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

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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R835 CGJ is a 1997 Chrysler Neon in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R835 CGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R835 CGJ registered?

R835 CGJ is a 1997 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R835 CGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R835 CGJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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