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SJ08 YZW

2008 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

114,327 mi
Last recorded114,327 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser56,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 YZW
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 114,327 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

corrosion on underside of vehicle

exhaust front pipe in poor condition

front brake discs corroded

outer sills corroded

slight play in nearside steering arm

Fail 2 Nov 2020 114,317 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe severed (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

battery flat charging light on

Pass 1 May 2019 112,089 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2019 112,089 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 109,053 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 11 Apr 2018 109,053 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 106,290 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2017 106,290 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 93,055 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 71,435 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 52,899 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 40,843 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 40,843 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside 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)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 39,051 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 34,969 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 28,506 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 YZW is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YZW, 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 YZW is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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