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SP62 VEK

2012 Chrysler Ypsilon

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,811 mi
Last recorded38,811 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon46,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP62 VEK
MakeChrysler
ModelYpsilon
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 38,811 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Oct 2024 37,819 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear exhaust clamp not fitted

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 37,817 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear exhaust clamp not fitted

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 35,248 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 33,652 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 32,130 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 30,818 miles

Rear Sub-frame mounting modified but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 30,046 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 30,046 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2018 26,581 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 26,581 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2017 21,765 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 36,349 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 16,856 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 11,937 miles

front wipers starting to smear screen

How Reliable is the Chrysler Ypsilon?

Based on 71,515 MOT tests across 5,676 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
4,637
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
5,676
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 1,162
coil spring broken 432
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SP62 VEK is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 46,134 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 Ypsilon fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 1,162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP62 VEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Ypsilon typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Chrysler Ypsilon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP62 VEK registered?

SP62 VEK is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is SP62 VEK safe to buy?

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