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YN51 VZL

2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

90,438 mi
Last recorded90,438 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser73,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN51 VZL
MakeChrysler
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 90,438 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel TRACK ROD END (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 88,753 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside & Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 87,152 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 85,622 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 84,261 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 84,239 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 83,502 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 82,237 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 80,386 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 78,753 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 77,098 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 75,083 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 72,789 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 69,996 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 67,662 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 65,982 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 63,872 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 62,203 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 60,344 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 60,344 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 57,491 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 53,911 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 46,506 miles

N/S/F Tyre has slight sidewall damage.

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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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YN51 VZL is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 YN51 VZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YN51 VZL?

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What year was YN51 VZL registered?

YN51 VZL is a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YN51 VZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN51 VZL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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