At a Glance
The Chrysler Pt has 21 identified common problems across 1 generation, with the PT (2000-2010) being the most affected generation and suspension the most common problem category. Based on 251K MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read our DVSA MOT data methodology →
Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Chrysler Pt common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Chrysler Pt generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Chrysler Pt MOT Failures
Every reason Chrysler Pt vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 9.46% |
| 2 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 8.47% |
| 3 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 7.56% |
| 4 | Tyre condition | 6.26% |
| 5 | Brake pads or linings worn | 4.86% |
| 6 | Track rod end worn | 4.78% |
| 7 | Brake performance below minimum | 4.67% |
| 8 | Headlamp aim defect | 4.10% |
| 9 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 3.64% |
| 10 | Number plate lamp not working | 3.53% |
| 11 | Stop lamp not working | 3.49% |
| 12 | Brake disc or drum worn | 3.20% |
| 13 | Exhaust system fault | 2.91% |
| 14 | Front lamp not working | 2.66% |
| 15 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 2.40% |
| 16 | Windscreen washer not working | 1.94% |
| 17 | Front suspension fault | 1.83% |
| 18 | Headlamp fault | 1.62% |
| 19 | Fog lamp not working | 1.43% |
| 20 | Front suspension joint worn | 1.34% |
| 21 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 1.27% |
| 22 | Airbag warning light on | 1.22% |
| 23 | ABS fault | 1.13% |
| 24 | Position lamp not working | 1.12% |
| 25 | Driveshaft fault | 1.03% |
| 26 | Suspension mounting corroded | 0.82% |
| 27 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.78% |
| 28 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 0.77% |
| 29 | Parking brake condition | 0.75% |
| 30 | Rear lamp not working | 0.67% |
| 31 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 0.64% |
| 32 | Horn not working | 0.61% |
| 33 | Indicator fault | 0.56% |
| 34 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.55% |
| 35 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 0.46% |
| 36 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.40% |
| 37 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.36% |
| 38 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.34% |
| 39 | Seat belt condition | 0.29% |
| 40 | Steering rack fault | 0.27% |
| 41 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 0.26% |
| 42 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.25% |
| 43 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.25% |
| 44 | Chassis condition | 0.21% |
| 45 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.18% |
| 46 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.18% |
| 47 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.18% |
| 48 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.17% |
| 49 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.17% |
| 50 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.17% |
| 51 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.17% |
| 52 | Rear suspension fault | 0.15% |
| 53 | Electronic stability control fault | 0.15% |
| 54 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.14% |
| 55 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.14% |
| 56 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.14% |
| 57 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.14% |
| 58 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.13% |
| 59 | Brake fluid leak | 0.13% |
| 60 | Electrical switch fault | 0.12% |
| 61 | Brake caliper fault | 0.11% |
| 62 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.11% |
| 63 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.11% |
| 64 | Brake pedal fault | 0.11% |
| 65 | Steering lock fault | 0.10% |
| 66 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.10% |
| 67 | Brake lever fault | 0.10% |
| 68 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.09% |
| 69 | Engine oil leak | 0.08% |
| 70 | Driver airbag fault | 0.07% |
| 71 | Steering free play excessive | 0.07% |
| 72 | Steering arm worn | 0.07% |
| 73 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.07% |
| 74 | Spare wheel fault | 0.07% |
| 75 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | 0.07% |
| 76 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.06% |
| 77 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.05% |
| 78 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.05% |
| 79 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.05% |
| 80 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.05% |
| 81 | Drag link end worn | 0.04% |
| 82 | Steering operation fault | 0.04% |
| 83 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.04% |
| 84 | King pin or swivel pin worn | 0.03% |
| 85 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.03% |
| 86 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.03% |
| 87 | Speedometer fault | 0.03% |
| 88 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.03% |
| 89 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.03% |
| 90 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.03% |
| 91 | Power steering ram fault | 0.02% |
| 92 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | 0.02% |
| 93 | Steering column fault | 0.02% |
| 94 | Body security fault | 0.02% |
| 95 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.02% |
| 96 | Power steering pump fault | 0.02% |
| 97 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 98 | Driver seat fault | 0.02% |
| 99 | Suspension unit fault | 0.02% |
| 100 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.02% |
| 101 | Exhaust leak | 0.02% |
| 102 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 103 | Main beam warning light fault | 0.01% |
| 104 | Indicator warning light fault | 0.01% |
| 105 | Passenger seat fault | 0.01% |
| 106 | Driver door fault | 0.01% |
| 107 | Steering drive system fault | 0.01% |
| 108 | Undertray damaged or missing | 0.01% |
| 109 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | <0.01% |
| 110 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | <0.01% |
| 111 | Front passenger door fault | <0.01% |
| 112 | Towbar fault | <0.01% |
| 113 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 114 | Electronic braking system fault | <0.01% |
| 115 | Propshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 116 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | <0.01% |
| 117 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 118 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | <0.01% |
| 119 | Passenger airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 120 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
| 121 | CV joint worn | <0.01% |
| 122 | Steering shaft fault | <0.01% |
| 123 | Transmission oil leak | <0.01% |
| 124 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 125 | Panhard rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 126 | Dip switch fault | <0.01% |
| 127 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 128 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 129 | Torque or reaction arm worn | <0.01% |
| 130 | Axle beam corroded or cracked | <0.01% |
| 131 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 132 | Steering box fault | <0.01% |
| 133 | Stub axle worn | <0.01% |
| 134 | Access panel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 135 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 136 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 137 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 138 | Axle corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 139 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 140 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | <0.01% |
| 141 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 142 | Seat belt or padding damaged | <0.01% |
| 143 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 144 | Vehicle floor corroded | <0.01% |
| 145 | Steering coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 146 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 147 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 148 | Electronic parking brake fault | <0.01% |
| 149 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 150 | Halfshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Passenger compartment corrosion | <0.01% |
| 152 | Radius arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 153 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 154 | Transmission drive belt fault | <0.01% |
| 155 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
| 156 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 157 | Brake master cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 158 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | <0.01% |
| 159 | Dropside damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 160 | Exhaust heat shield or sound insulation damaged | <0.01% |
| 161 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 162 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 163 | Load sensing valve fault | <0.01% |
| 164 | Seat belt pre-tensioner fault | <0.01% |
| 165 | Steering damper fault | <0.01% |
| 166 | Step damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
Showing all 166 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Chrysler Pt MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Chrysler Pt, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Chrysler Pt problems?
Based on analysis of 251K Chrysler Pt MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 21 identified common problems across 1 generation. The most frequently flagged issue is "Suspension pins, bushes or ball joints worn". Suspension is the most common problem category.
Which Chrysler Pt generation has the most problems?
The Chrysler Pt PT (2000-2010) (2000–2010) has the highest number of identified common problems (28). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Chrysler Pt?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Chrysler Pt owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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