2013 Chrysler Ypsilon 1.2L Petrol · AE63 NFK

The Chrysler Ypsilon presents as a fundamentally sound vehicle with an improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent test on 15 September 2025 at 86,108 miles. The two advisories noted on that date, a corroded offside front brake pipe contaminated with grease and a partially functioning rear fog lamp, are relatively minor in nature and do not indicate systemic neglect. The record shows a clear trajectory of resolution from the significant failures of 2023, suggesting the previous owner addressed major mechanical defects rather than allowing them to persist. The vehicle has covered approximately 4,853 miles in the twelve months between the July 2024 and September 2025 tests, which is consistent with its long-term average of roughly 6,600 miles per year. There are no alarming gaps in the testing record, and the mileage progression from 74,348 miles in July 2023 to 81,255 miles in July 2024 and then to 86,108 miles in September 2025 follows a steady, believable pattern. No evidence suggests the mileage has been artificially suppressed or that the car has stood idle for extended periods. The July 2023 failure is the most technically significant entry and warrants close attention during any pre-purchase inspection. A fractured nearside front coil spring is a serious structural concern that affects ride quality, handling, and tyre wear, and its replacement should be confirmed. The excessively worn upper shock absorber bushes on both rear corners point to broader suspension deterioration, and a buyer should check whether these were renewed or whether play remains in the rear end. The broken front exhaust clamp and minor rear box leak were flagged as an insecure exhaust system, which poses a safety and emissions risk if left unresolved. A thorough underbody inspection for exhaust integrity and suspension component condition remains essential. The recurring tyre wear noted on the offside front in July 2024 and the corroded brake pipe flagged in September 2025 are less severe but still diagnostic. Uneven inner tyre wear typically indicates worn tracking or suspension geometry issues, while a corroded brake pipe covered in grease suggests the corrosion may have been masked rather than properly repaired. A buyer should verify the condition of all brake lines, particularly the offside front pipe, and check whether the tyre wear pattern has been corrected through alignment or component replacement. Overall, the record reflects a car that has had its major faults addressed but still carries minor outstanding advisories that a diligent inspection can verify.