2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.0L Petrol · PT53 CSR
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (2.0L, petrol). First registered 16/09/2003. Recorded mileage 121,812 miles. MOT valid until 11/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,812 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1996cc
PT53 CSR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2025
- 121,812 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
PT53 CSR Mileage History
- 12/09/2022112,447 mi
- 18/09/2023114,738 mi+2,291 mi
- 10/09/2024118,050 mi+3,312 mi
- 12/09/2024118,050 mi
- 09/10/2025121,812 mi+3,762 mi
Average of roughly 3,046 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PT53 CSR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser (PT53 CSR) between September 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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