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RN05 MUE

2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Maroon Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

106,991 mi
Last recorded106,991 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser62,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN05 MUE
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 106,991 miles

Traction control turned off at time of test.

Pass 10 Jan 2018 104,522 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 100,690 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 100,689 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 96,971 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold area (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2015 96,949 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold area (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 93,484 miles

all four tyres wearing close to legal tread depth on edges

Pass 17 Sep 2013 90,296 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Fail 16 Sep 2013 90,294 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2012 86,487 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2011 78,561 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 78,561 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

deep cut o/s/r tyre tread

no rear seats fitted seat belts not tested

Pass 29 Jul 2010 67,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn/corroded advise replacement

Pass 31 Jul 2009 57,111 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 42,342 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Pt Cruiser?

Based on 279,642 MOT tests across 18,504 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
5,599
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
18,504
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 18,061
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 16,572
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10,501
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,633
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,390
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RN05 MUE is a 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Maroon with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 62,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Pt Cruiser fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 18,061 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RN05 MUE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Pt Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RN05 MUE registered?

RN05 MUE is a 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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