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R855 FPT

1998 Chrysler Neon

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,941 mi
Last recorded72,941 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2008
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Neon71,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR855 FPT
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2008 72,941 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 72,931 miles

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

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

all brake discs slightly rusted due to standing

front number plate slightly marked

fuel filler neck showing signs of corrosion

heavy oil leak

n/s/f and n/s/r and o/s/r brakes juddering slightly

n/s/f bottom ball joint and track rod end grease covers split

o/s/r and n/s/r brake flexi hoses metal ends showing signs of corrosion

Pass 23 Feb 2006 68,200 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Feb 2006 68,095 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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R855 FPT is a 1998 Chrysler Neon in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R855 FPT, 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 R855 FPT registered?

R855 FPT is a 1998 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R855 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R855 FPT shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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