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S389 VKK

1998 Chrysler Neon

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,598 mi
Last recorded46,598 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Neon71,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS389 VKK
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2008 46,598 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2008 46,594 miles

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Fail 15 Sep 2008 46,588 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 38,375 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 29,858 miles

metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Fail 28 Sep 2006 29,858 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

metal brake pipes starting to corrode

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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S389 VKK is a 1998 Chrysler Neon in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 S389 VKK, 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 S389 VKK?

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What year was S389 VKK registered?

S389 VKK is a 1998 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 7 October 1998.

Is S389 VKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S389 VKK shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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