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R870 TWB

1997 Chrysler Neon

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

53,859 mi
Last recorded53,859 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Neon73,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR870 TWB
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 53,859 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak from engine

slight knock from rear suspension

Pass 29 Jun 2015 48,262 miles

Nearside Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jun 2015 48,262 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2014 42,138 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 42,138 miles

Offside Rear Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 36,960 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 36,960 miles

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

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 31,226 miles

o/s/f tyre bald inside edge

Fail 15 Jun 2012 31,226 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f tyre bald inside edge

Pass 21 Jun 2011 25,230 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 20,304 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 19,790 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 19,467 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 19,090 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 18,599 miles

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

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

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

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

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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R870 TWB is a 1997 Chrysler Neon in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R870 TWB, 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 R870 TWB registered?

R870 TWB is a 1997 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R870 TWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R870 TWB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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