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Chrysler PT Cruiser

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,960 cc

L7 JHWMOT history

L7 JHW is a red petrol Chrysler PT Cruiser first used on 1 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 114,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2025
Mileage
114,868 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2024
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 JHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Chrysler
Model
PT Cruiser
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,960 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 JHW was last recorded at 114,868 miles on 26 Sept 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,858 miles · 16 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,868 miles
  • 2023 – 114,540 miles
  • 2019 – 113,269 miles
  • 2018 – 111,115 miles
  • 2017 – 108,475 miles
  • 2016 – 105,761 miles
  • 2015 – 101,843 miles
  • 2014 – 98,237 miles
  • 2013 – 93,064 miles
  • 2012 – 87,771 miles
  • 2011 – 83,675 miles
  • 2010 – 80,085 miles
  • 2009 – 76,205 miles
  • 2008 – 72,926 miles
  • 2007 – 68,737 miles
  • 2006 – 59,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,868 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,868 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    114,868 miles
    Test number
    213876476853
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail114,858 miles (+318)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,858 miles
    Test number
    602531692884
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass114,540 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    114,540 miles
    Test number
    486282191573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,269 miles (+2,154)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    113,269 miles
    Test number
    130823032501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass111,115 miles (+2,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    111,115 miles
    Test number
    378824409175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre required as well (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass108,475 miles (+2,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    108,475 miles
    Test number
    380273178511
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass105,761 miles (+3,918)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,761 miles
    Test number
    103826528975
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  8. Pass101,843 miles (+3,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    101,843 miles
    Test number
    839216063866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front gearbox leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass98,237 miles (+5,173)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    98,237 miles
    Test number
    269649534235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,064 miles (+5,293)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,064 miles
    Test number
    328610843425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,771 miles (+4,096)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    87,771 miles
    Test number
    728303032244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,675 miles (+3,590)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    83,675 miles
    Test number
    739957831260
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished

  13. Pass80,085 miles (+3,880)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    80,085 miles
    Test number
    441968520247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,205 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,205 miles
    Test number
    320270439451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass76,205 miles (+3,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    76,205 miles
    Test number
    481220139260
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass72,926 miles (+4,189)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    72,926 miles
    Test number
    534114838209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass68,737 miles (+9,272)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    68,737 miles
    Test number
    522344437211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass59,465 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    942143246234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,292 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,292 miles
    Test number
    772285616268
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Questions about L7 JHW

Does L7 JHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 JHW expired on 25 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 JHW?
The MOT on L7 JHW expired on 25 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 JHW done?
L7 JHW was recorded at 114,868 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2024, an average of 3,062 miles a year.
Has L7 JHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 JHW has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L7 JHW 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 L7 JHW find?
L7 JHW passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2024 with 5 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear nail in tyre, and 2 more.

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