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Y556 BSC

2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

95,802 mi
Last recorded95,802 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser73,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY556 BSC
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2013 95,802 miles

fuel cap is a temporary type

steering requires attention

Pass 25 May 2012 89,200 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 89,197 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

FUEL CAP BROKEN

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 84,272 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake discs slightly worn

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

front brake hose metal end pipes corroded

n/s outer sill damaged

oil leak/s

radiator seaping at seam

Pass 25 Jun 2010 73,557 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 73,552 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 63,797 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 51,473 miles

SLIGHT WEAR AT FRONT BRAKE DISCS.

SLIGHT WEAR AT R/H/F LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BUSH.

SLIGHT WEAR AT STEERING RACK.

SMALL CHIP AT L/H SIDE OF WINDSCREEN.

SUSPECT LEAK AT RADIATOR!

Pass 5 Jul 2007 40,518 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)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2006 31,788 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 26,778 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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Y556 BSC is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y556 BSC, 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 Y556 BSC registered?

Y556 BSC is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 11 June 2001.

Is Y556 BSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y556 BSC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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