2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.0L Petrol · RV53 VCD
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (2.0L, petrol). First registered 19/09/2003. Recorded mileage 112,684 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/03/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,684 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
RV53 VCD Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/01/2024
- 112,684 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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.
RV53 VCD Mileage History
- 03/03/2022109,619 mi
- 08/03/2022109,619 mi
- 08/01/2024112,684 mi+3,065 mi
Average of roughly 1,656 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
RV53 VCD 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 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser (RV53 VCD) between March 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 January 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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