2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.0L Petrol · LC52 OJV
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/02/2003. Recorded mileage 77,495 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/02/2014
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/08/2013)
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,495 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1996cc
LC52 OJV Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2013
- 77,495 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
LC52 OJV Mileage History
- 19/02/200731,738 mi
- 06/02/200837,839 mi+6,101 mi
- 11/02/200944,151 mi+6,312 mi
- 03/02/201050,381 mi+6,230 mi
- 03/02/201050,385 mi+4 mi
- 17/02/201157,301 mi+6,916 mi
- 17/02/201157,301 mi
- 08/02/201262,926 mi+5,625 mi
- 11/02/201377,495 mi+14,569 mi
Average of roughly 7,652 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
LC52 OJV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser (LC52 OJV) between February 2007 and February 2013.
The record contains 7 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 February 2013 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)”; “Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)”.
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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