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S853 CYJ

1998 Chrysler Neon

Purple Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

175,020 mi
Last recorded175,020 miles
Recorded on21 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Neon71,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS853 CYJ
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2009 175,020 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 May 2008 162,608 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 145,915 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 126,364 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 May 2006 126,364 miles

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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S853 CYJ is a 1998 Chrysler Neon in Purple with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S853 CYJ, 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

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What year was S853 CYJ registered?

S853 CYJ is a 1998 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 13 November 1998.

Is S853 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S853 CYJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S853 CYJ have outstanding finance?

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