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Chrysler PT Cruiser

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,148 cc

J9 VLCMOT history

J9 VLC is a silver diesel Chrysler PT Cruiser first used on 23 Apr 2007. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 94,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2024
Mileage
94,513 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 VLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Chrysler
Model
PT Cruiser
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 VLC was last recorded at 94,513 miles on 29 Apr 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,509 miles · 24 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 94,513 miles
  • 2022 – 87,360 miles
  • 2021 – 76,108 miles
  • 2019 – 67,774 miles
  • 2018 – 62,676 miles
  • 2017 – 59,791 miles
  • 2016 – 56,684 miles
  • 2015 – 55,106 miles
  • 2014 – 47,190 miles
  • 2013 – 37,953 miles
  • 2012 – 25,045 miles
  • 2011 – 21,799 miles
  • 2010 – 17,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,513 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,513 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    94,513 miles
    Test number
    902349677454
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail94,509 miles (+7,149)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,509 miles
    Test number
    679041352133
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed oil level on minimum (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass87,360 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,360 miles
    Test number
    543722561746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail87,357 miles (+11,249)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,357 miles
    Test number
    300468384189
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass76,108 miles (+8,334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    76,108 miles
    Test number
    601622083774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass67,774 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,774 miles
    Test number
    826654398892
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail67,744 miles (+5,068)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,744 miles
    Test number
    873884361503
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass62,676 miles (+2,885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,676 miles
    Test number
    463322283692
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  9. Pass59,791 miles (+3,107)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,791 miles
    Test number
    281757287478
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly damaged front to rear fuel pipes (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass56,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,684 miles
    Test number
    586870023982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail56,684 miles (+1,578)7 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,684 miles
    Test number
    211471439260
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass55,106 miles (+7,916)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,106 miles
    Test number
    595921545119
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront pads worn

  13. Pass47,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,190 miles
    Test number
    525981254175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,190 miles (+9,237)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,190 miles
    Test number
    219830954100
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass37,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,953 miles
    Test number
    717731953164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,953 miles (+12,908)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,953 miles
    Test number
    266681553118
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass25,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,045 miles
    Test number
    647171352121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail25,043 miles (+3,244)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,043 miles
    Test number
    206071352152
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass21,799 miles (+4,083)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,799 miles
    Test number
    915653451186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    17,716 miles
    Test number
    404808490072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 VLC

Does J9 VLC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 VLC expired on 29 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 VLC?
The MOT on J9 VLC expired on 29 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 VLC done?
J9 VLC was recorded at 94,513 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2023, an average of 5,882 miles a year.
Has J9 VLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 VLC has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on J9 VLC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J9 VLC find?
J9 VLC passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2023 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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