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BG03 XHL

2003 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

148,303 mi
Last recorded148,303 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser67,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 XHL
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelPt Cruiser
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 148,303 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 135,555 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 135,546 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

front brake binding Both (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 134,375 miles

Offside Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2016 134,375 miles

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

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

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 128,923 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 128,923 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 120,665 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 120,665 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 113,231 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 113,231 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 107,176 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 101,256 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2011 101,256 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 95,968 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 90,008 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 63,090 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 40,300 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 31,311 miles

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

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser?

Based on 68,510 MOT tests across 4,579 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
5,416
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,579
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 4,547
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,555
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,940
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,545
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BG03 XHL is a 2003 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2003 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 67,630 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 4,547 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG03 XHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BG03 XHL is a 2003 Chrysler-jeep Pt Cruiser, first registered on 22 April 2003.

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