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RX51 BGK

2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

115,497 mi
Last recorded115,497 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser73,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 BGK
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2015 115,497 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 105,774 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

offside front chassis rusty but not holed

Fail 28 Jan 2014 105,774 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

offside front chassis rusty but not holed

Pass 26 Feb 2013 101,407 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 96,109 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 21 Feb 2012 95,896 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 81,069 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 81,069 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 71,460 miles

Corrosion set into front subframe

Engine oil leak

Exhaust heatshield rattle

N/S/F tyre heavily worn on outer edge

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

Rear brake hose ferrells corroded

Slight play N/S steering rack arm

Fail 30 Mar 2010 71,460 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Corrosion set into front subframe

Engine oil leak

Exhaust heatshield rattle

N/S/F tyre heavily worn on outer edge

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

Rear brake hose ferrells corroded

Slight play N/S steering rack arm

Pass 27 Mar 2009 65,531 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 58,737 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 42,348 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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RX51 BGK is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 73,288 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 RX51 BGK, 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 25 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 RX51 BGK registered?

RX51 BGK is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is RX51 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 BGK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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