2005 Chrysler 300 3.5L Petrol · TK55 TAN

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While the most recent recorded test in December 2021 at 106,067 miles passed, it revealed significant mechanical defects including play in both steering rack inner joints and completely corroded exhaust clamps. These issues indicate that critical components were only addressed after they reached a point of failure. The lack of MOT data for the past four years suggests the current state of the vehicle is unverified. At 106,067 miles, the mileage is low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per annum. However, the data shows a significant stagnation in usage recently. Between December 2020 and December 2021, the car covered only 6,224 miles, and there has been no recorded activity since the final 2021 test. Such long periods of standing combined with low mileage often lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components, seals, and brake surfaces, which aligns with the reported corrosion and perished ball joint dust covers. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering and suspension systems. The history shows recurring failures related to the steering rack, steering column universal joint, and ball joint dust covers, suggesting a vulnerability to front-end mechanical wear. The exhaust system requires close scrutiny for structural integrity, as the 2021 test noted multiple failed clamps. Given the four-year gap in testing, a detailed inspection of the braking system for seized calipers, perished tyres, and fluid leaks is essential before this vehicle is considered for road use.