2008 Chrysler-Jeep PT Cruiser 2.4L Petrol · VC57 CAT
2008 Chrysler-Jeep PT Cruiser (2.4L, petrol). First registered 28 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 76,042 miles. MOT valid until 11 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- CHRYSLER-JEEP PT CRUISER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,042 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VC57 CAT Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2026
- 76,042 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VC57 CAT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Chrysler-Jeep Pt Cruiser (VC57 CAT) between January 2011 and May 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 07 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (22 issues), Lighting (17 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 60 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)”.
VC57 CAT Mileage History
- 07/01/201124,167 mi
- 07/01/201124,168 mi+1 mi
- 23/01/201230,596 mi+6,428 mi
- 26/01/201335,465 mi+4,869 mi
- 09/01/201441,394 mi+5,929 mi
- 14/01/201441,523 mi+129 mi
- 15/01/201546,157 mi+4,634 mi
- 11/01/201651,516 mi+5,359 mi
- 18/01/201651,713 mi+197 mi
- 30/03/201758,166 mi+6,453 mi
- 23/03/201860,714 mi+2,548 mi
- 30/03/201860,716 mi+2 mi
- 25/03/201963,544 mi+2,828 mi
- 23/03/202065,175 mi+1,631 mi
- 11/05/202165,902 mi+727 mi
- 06/05/202266,743 mi+841 mi
- 06/05/202266,743 mi
- 05/05/202369,013 mi+2,270 mi
- 05/05/202369,013 mi
- 19/04/202470,784 mi+1,771 mi
- 13/05/202573,710 mi+2,926 mi
- 05/05/202676,026 mi+2,316 mi
- 07/05/202676,042 mi+16 mi
Average of roughly 3,384 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.
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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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