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S281 COU

1998 Chrysler Neon

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,945 mi
Last recorded48,945 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Neon71,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS281 COU
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2012 48,945 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 47,903 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 47,067 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 45,317 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 43,290 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 40,992 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 40,992 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 38,251 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 35,873 miles

Nearside Front Lower Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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S281 COU is a 1998 Chrysler Neon in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 71,218 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 S281 COU, 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 28 years old, this Chrysler Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S281 COU?

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What year was S281 COU registered?

S281 COU is a 1998 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is S281 COU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S281 COU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S281 COU have outstanding finance?

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