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X551 VGC

2000 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

143,208 mi
Last recorded143,208 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2012
Typical for 2000 Chrysler Pt Cruiser76,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX551 VGC
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2012 143,208 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 141,976 miles

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

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

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

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

overheating

rear tyres perished

Fail 13 May 2010 138,039 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2010 138,039 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 134,695 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 121,356 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 121,356 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 103,455 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 84,747 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 84,747 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2005 65,511 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Pt Cruiser?

Based on 279,642 MOT tests across 18,504 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
5,599
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
18,504
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 18,061
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 16,572
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10,501
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,633
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,390
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X551 VGC is a 2000 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 76,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Pt Cruiser fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 18,061 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X551 VGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Pt Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Chrysler Pt Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X551 VGC registered?

X551 VGC is a 2000 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 29 November 2000.

Is X551 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X551 VGC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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