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SP03 LFJ

2003 Chrysler Neon

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

91,605 mi
Last recorded91,605 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Neon51,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 LFJ
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2015 91,605 miles

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

front tyres wearing on edges

offside front headlamp slightly

slight corrossion offside front wing

slightly high handbrake lever travel

Pass 10 Jun 2015 91,605 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

offside front headlamp slightly

slight corrossion offside front wing

slightly high handbrake lever travel

Pass 19 Jun 2014 82,107 miles

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

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

o/s/f headlight insecure

Fail 19 Jun 2014 82,107 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

o/s/f headlight insecure

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 26 Jun 2013 75,763 miles

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

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

Oil leak

centre exhaust hanger insecure

front wipers smearing screen

Pass 14 Jun 2012 68,809 miles

Offside rear brake disc pitted.

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

Fail 13 Jun 2012 68,809 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Noise from nearside front brake.

Offside rear brake disc pitted.

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 64,229 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 55,259 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2010 55,259 miles

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

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2010 55,237 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

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

all brake flexys starting to rust

exhaust hangers rusting

exhaust system corroeded

gearbox leaking

Fail 4 Apr 2009 50,733 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 50,733 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 44,327 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 37,463 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 37,463 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 26,984 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 26,984 miles

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

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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SP03 LFJ is a 2003 Chrysler Neon in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 51,114 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 SP03 LFJ, 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 23 years old, this Chrysler Neon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SP03 LFJ registered?

SP03 LFJ is a 2003 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is SP03 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 LFJ shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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