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X781 NKL

2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

162,251 mi
Last recorded162,251 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser73,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX781 NKL
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 162,251 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 161,572 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 160,727 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 159,333 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2022 159,329 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 159,075 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 158,418 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 157,062 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 154,979 miles

Slight play in O/S of steering rack

Pass 24 Apr 2017 153,686 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 150,563 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 146,594 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 137,423 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 130,126 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 120,596 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 120,465 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2011 114,877 miles

front wiper blades split

Pass 21 Apr 2010 108,222 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 100,559 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 89,479 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 74,418 miles

It is noted that the vehicle is about to be changed to LPG next year at MOT time the car will have to have a gas test you should tell the MoT Station this

Pass 19 Apr 2006 63,316 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 63,316 miles

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

1) Both front rear lower arm bushes starting to wear.

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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X781 NKL is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 73,288 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 X781 NKL, 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 25 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 X781 NKL registered?

X781 NKL is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 19 February 2001.

Is X781 NKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X781 NKL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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