2005 Chrysler Crossfire 3.2L Petrol · AE05 YWZ

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that suggests reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent MOT on 1 December 2022 at 102,212 miles passed, it introduced a new advisory for play in both steering rack inner joints. This indicates a progression of mechanical wear in the steering system that was absent in previous tests. The history of repeated failures regarding exhaust and brake components suggests that issues are only addressed once they reach a point of legal failure. At 21 years old, the recorded 102,212 miles represent a low annual average of approximately 4,867 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant gap in activity; the vehicle covered nearly 9,000 miles between April 2021 and December 2022, but has had no recorded testing for over three years as of the current date. This pattern of long periods of standing often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and seals, which aligns with the recurring corrosion and leaks noted throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and underbody. The record shows persistent corrosion across all four brake pipes starting in November 2021, which persisted into the 2022 test. The presence of grease or material covering these pipes often indicates an attempt to hide rust from the tester. Furthermore, the previously fractured front coil springs in March 2021 and the deteriorated prop shaft flexible coupling suggest that the suspension and drivetrain components are nearing the end of their functional life. The steering rack should be checked for excessive play, and the noted oil leak from early 2021 must be verified to ensure it has not worsened during the period of inactivity.