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AF03 VAA

2003 Chrysler Neon

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

126,467 mi
Last recorded126,467 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Neon51,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 VAA
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2015 126,467 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 108,710 miles

Centre Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

off side front fog light smashed

Fail 1 Oct 2013 108,662 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Centre Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

off side front fog light smashed

Fail 24 Sep 2013 108,585 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Sep 2013 108,335 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

off side front fog lamp smashed

Pass 11 Sep 2012 99,323 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 89,073 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 89,073 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 79,488 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 68,947 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 68,947 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs

Pass 21 Feb 2008 65,891 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 65,890 miles

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 52,383 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Neon?

Based on 125,009 MOT tests across 15,659 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,166
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
15,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 7,414
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,437
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,612
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,708
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,272
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AF03 VAA is a 2003 Chrysler Neon in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 51,114 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 Neon fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 7,414 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF03 VAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Neon typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Chrysler Neon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF03 VAA registered?

AF03 VAA is a 2003 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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