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WJ55 SXR

2005 Chrysler 300 C

Black Petrol 5654cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,034 mi
Last recorded83,034 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Chrysler 300 C70,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 SXR
MakeChrysler
Model300 C
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,654cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 83,034 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

parking brake just within limits

Pass 8 Jan 2025 80,751 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 80,751 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Front brakes are binding excessively (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 76,332 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 71,125 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Dec 2022 71,125 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Dec 2021 65,830 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 65,829 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 60,585 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 60,585 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end modification unsafe loose (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 54,881 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 54,878 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 53,360 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 53,337 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 51,307 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 48,445 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 45,971 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 42,253 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 38,620 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 33,953 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 33,953 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 29,171 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 24,879 miles

all four tyres perished

slight play in n/s/f steering track rod

undertray in fitted some parts not checked properly

Fail 11 Oct 2010 24,879 miles

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

all four tyres perished

slight play in n/s/f steering track rod

undertray in fitted some parts not checked properly

Pass 1 Oct 2009 20,724 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 16,440 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler 300 C?

Based on 31,231 MOT tests across 2,003 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
5,713
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,046
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,350
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,244
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 992
position lamp(s) not working 578
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WJ55 SXR is a 2005 Chrysler 300 C in Black with a 5,654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Chrysler 300 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 70,700 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 300 C fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,046 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ55 SXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler 300 C typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Chrysler 300 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ55 SXR registered?

WJ55 SXR is a 2005 Chrysler 300 C, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is WJ55 SXR safe to buy?

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