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Chrysler PT Cruiser

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LM52 DFNMOT history

LM52 DFN is a blue diesel Chrysler PT Cruiser first used on 3 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2022
Mileage
117,442 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 DFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Chrysler
Model
PT Cruiser
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 DFN was last recorded at 117,442 miles on 23 Dec 2021, 1,043 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,399 miles · 9 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
1,043 miles
Average per year
5,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 117,442 miles
  • 2020 – 116,399 miles
  • 2019 – 115,476 miles
  • 2018 – 114,029 miles
  • 2017 – 113,244 miles
  • 2016 – 111,615 miles
  • 2015 – 107,220 miles
  • 2014 – 99,381 miles
  • 2013 – 91,025 miles
  • 2012 – 82,196 miles
  • 2011 – 75,756 miles
  • 2010 – 73,126 miles
  • 2009 – 68,108 miles
  • 2008 – 58,185 miles
  • 2007 – 45,641 miles
  • 2006 – 37,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,442 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,442 miles (+1,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,442 miles
    Test number
    767930792943
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass116,399 miles (+923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    116,399 miles
    Test number
    965289760949
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,476 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,476 miles
    Test number
    842772772354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail115,476 miles (+1,447)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,476 miles
    Test number
    308059833940
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass114,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,029 miles
    Test number
    289504163723
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail114,029 miles (+785)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,029 miles
    Test number
    971991631989
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass113,244 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    113,244 miles
    Test number
    998436547821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,241 miles (+1,626)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,241 miles
    Test number
    563890306107
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre heavily worn inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight binding both front brakes
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated

  9. Pass111,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,615 miles
    Test number
    384147629718
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on iner edge

  10. Fail111,614 miles (+4,394)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,614 miles
    Test number
    829182214494
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on iner edge

  11. Pass107,220 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    107,220 miles
    Test number
    582284494763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,089 miles (+7,708)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,089 miles
    Test number
    897944373192
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass99,381 miles (+8,356)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,381 miles
    Test number
    679735314346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    91,025 miles
    Test number
    427243823377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail91,025 miles (+8,829)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,025 miles
    Test number
    985343423322
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass82,196 miles (+6,440)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,196 miles
    Test number
    658930512366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass75,756 miles (+2,630)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    75,756 miles
    Test number
    339385611377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass73,126 miles (+5,018)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    73,126 miles
    Test number
    353837120389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing outer edge

  19. Pass68,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    68,108 miles
    Test number
    843779829373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,108 miles (+9,923)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,108 miles
    Test number
    341757129311
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass58,185 miles (+12,544)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    58,185 miles
    Test number
    183362928358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,641 miles (+8,636)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    45,641 miles
    Test number
    221417017355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,005 miles
    Test number
    631274626322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 DFN

Does LM52 DFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 DFN expired on 22 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 DFN?
The MOT on LM52 DFN expired on 22 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 DFN done?
LM52 DFN was recorded at 117,442 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2021, an average of 5,330 miles a year.
Has LM52 DFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 DFN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on LM52 DFN 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 LM52 DFN find?
LM52 DFN passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2021 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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