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SJ08 YZU

2008 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser

Blue Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

63,042 mi
Last recorded63,042 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser56,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 YZU
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 63,042 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 May 2023 62,985 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear wiper split

Pass 20 May 2022 61,480 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt BELT NOT TESTED ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 May 2022 61,464 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt BELT NOT TESTED ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 May 2021 58,963 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Belt not tested ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Parking brake lazy

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 May 2021 58,924 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Belt not tested ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Parking brake lazy

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2020 57,095 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 57,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 53,188 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside mirror damaged

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 51,732 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust middle section has a bracket broken on it

Fail 30 Apr 2018 51,732 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust middle section has a bracket broken on it

Pass 20 Apr 2017 51,007 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

middle exhaust has a hanger broken on it

Fail 20 Apr 2017 51,006 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre has cuts to the inner sidewall

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

middle exhaust has a hanger broken on it

Pass 28 Apr 2016 49,475 miles

Front wipers slightly smear the screen

centre exhaust has a bracket broken on it

unable to check n/s/r seat belt due to child seat fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2015 43,577 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 33,935 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Apr 2013 27,296 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 21,236 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 16,266 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser?

Based on 68,510 MOT tests across 4,579 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
5,416
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,579
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 4,547
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,555
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,940
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,545
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SJ08 YZU is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2008 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 56,292 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-jeep Pt Cruiser fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 4,547 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ08 YZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SJ08 YZU is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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