2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.0L Petrol · RL51 DPE
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2002. Recorded mileage 148,714 miles. MOT expired on 07 Apr 2018.
- Make & Model
- CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Apr 2018
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Sept 2017)
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,714 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RL51 DPE Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2017
- 148,714 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RL51 DPE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser (RL51 DPE) between July 2005 and April 2017.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 08 April 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (17 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)”; “Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)”; “Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)”.
RL51 DPE Mileage History
- 11/07/200548,691 mi
- 21/10/200658,058 mi+9,367 mi
- 07/01/200866,731 mi+8,673 mi
- 04/02/200973,742 mi+7,011 mi
- 04/02/200973,742 mi
- 28/01/201079,909 mi+6,167 mi
- 29/01/201079,915 mi+6 mi
- 08/01/201186,066 mi+6,151 mi
- 08/01/201186,066 mi
- 06/01/201291,086 mi+5,020 mi
- 09/01/201291,145 mi+59 mi
- 09/01/201291,145 mi
- 21/01/201395,083 mi+3,938 mi
- 20/03/201395,095 mi+12 mi
- 31/03/201496,709 mi+1,614 mi
- 01/04/2015120,504 mi+23,795 mi
- 01/04/2015120,504 mi
- 17/03/2016134,617 mi+14,113 mi
- 08/04/2017148,714 mi+14,097 mi
Average of roughly 8,517 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Chrysler Chrysler PT Cruiser
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Cooling-system leaks and overheating(Serious)
Radiators, hoses and thermostat housings can age badly, and a PT Cruiser that has overheated even once is a much riskier proposition than the price suggests.
- Front suspension bush and ball-joint wear(Moderate)
The PT Cruiser is heavy for its size and wears front suspension parts regularly, which creates knocks, vague steering and repeat MOT advisories.
- Body-control and crank-sensor electrical faults(Moderate)
Older PT Cruisers can suffer from random non-starts, warning lights and accessory failures caused by sensors, wiring or body-control-module faults.
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- Cooling-system leaks and overheatingSerious
Radiators, hoses and thermostat housings can age badly, and a PT Cruiser that has overheated even once is a much riskier proposition than the price suggests.
- Front suspension bush and ball-joint wearModerate
The PT Cruiser is heavy for its size and wears front suspension parts regularly, which creates knocks, vague steering and repeat MOT advisories.
- Body-control and crank-sensor electrical faultsModerate
Older PT Cruisers can suffer from random non-starts, warning lights and accessory failures caused by sensors, wiring or body-control-module faults.
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