2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.1L Diesel · CE54 MDN
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (2.1L, diesel). First registered 20/09/2004. Recorded mileage 149,486 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Cardiff
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/04/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,486 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 2148cc
CE54 MDN Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 07/06/2023
- 149,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 14 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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.
CE54 MDN Mileage History
- 12/04/2022134,973 mi
- 15/04/2022134,973 mi
- 07/06/2023149,486 mi+14,513 mi
Average of roughly 12,598 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
CE54 MDN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Chrysler Pt Cruiser (CE54 MDN) between April 2022 and June 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 June 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area holed , (7.1.1 ”; “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases over axle pipe (6.1.2 (a))”; “Rear Exhaust system insecure Mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))”.
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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