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RX51 SZU

2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

66,311 mi
Last recorded66,311 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser73,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 SZU
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2014 66,311 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

o/s/r tyre has tear

Pass 19 Apr 2013 63,471 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 63,424 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both rear tyres starting to crack around outer edges

engine light on

o/s/f brakes binding slightly

slight coolant leak

Pass 12 Jan 2012 60,937 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 60,936 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 58,531 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 58,531 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside front tyre

need f/w tracking

Pass 15 Jan 2010 56,196 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 52,609 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 52,609 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2008 49,744 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 46,871 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 44,263 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 SZU is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue 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 SZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX51 SZU?

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What year was RX51 SZU registered?

RX51 SZU is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is RX51 SZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 SZU 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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