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S297 JRU

1999 Chrysler Neon

White Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

77,464 mi
Last recorded77,464 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2011
Typical for 1999 Chrysler Neon69,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS297 JRU
MakeChrysler
ModelNeon
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2011 77,464 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

front brake discs pitted

front number plate slightly damaged

rear brake discs slightly worn

rear tyres perished on outer side walls

Fail 5 Oct 2011 77,463 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Coolant leak

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

front brake discs pitted

front number plate slightly damaged

rear brake discs slightly worn

rear tyres perished on outer side walls

Pass 22 Oct 2010 71,229 miles

Front reg plate damaged.

Fail 21 Oct 2010 71,229 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Front reg plate damaged.

Pass 14 Oct 2009 67,178 miles

Both rear tyres perished and cracking.175/65/14

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 62,834 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake discs pitted on inner face[replacement recommended]

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 58,684 miles

Front brake discs pitted on inner face.

Pass 11 Aug 2006 52,880 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 52,877 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2005 42,630 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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S297 JRU is a 1999 Chrysler Neon in White with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Chrysler Neon models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,282 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S297 JRU, 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 27 years old, this Chrysler Neon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S297 JRU registered?

S297 JRU is a 1999 Chrysler Neon, first registered on 13 January 1999.

Is S297 JRU safe to buy?

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