CarVerify

Free Car Check

RV05 CKY

2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

102,127 mi
Last recorded102,127 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser62,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Chrysler
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 CKY
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 102,127 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre is devoid of tread on inside edge

Fail 9 Nov 2015 102,125 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre is devoid of tread on inside edge

Pass 10 Jun 2014 75,752 miles

bothy front tyres worn on inner edge

handbrake travel high

headlamps faded

Fail 30 May 2014 75,752 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

bothy front tyres worn on inner edge

handbrake travel high

headlamps faded

Fail 16 May 2013 69,241 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2013 69,241 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 64,049 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 64,049 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 59,092 miles

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

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

both front tyres low pressure

Fail 24 May 2011 59,090 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

both front tyres low pressure

Pass 22 Sep 2010 55,440 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 55,439 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 48,097 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake pads close to limits

wishbone bushes starting to de-bond

Pass 7 Sep 2009 48,097 miles

front brake pads close to limits

wishbone bushes starting to de-bond

Pass 17 Sep 2008 40,728 miles

front wishbone rear bushes perished

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
Full Chrysler Pt Cruiser reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RV05 CKY is a 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV05 CKY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV05 CKY?

You can check the full history of RV05 CKY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RV05 CKY registered?

RV05 CKY is a 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RV05 CKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 CKY shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV05 CKY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RV05 CKY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.