Chrysler Jeep Neon (2002)
2002 Chrysler Jeep Neon
CarHunch analysed 141 real MOT records for the 2002 Chrysler Jeep Neon. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2002 Chrysler-Jeep Neon has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.6%, which is notably below the UK average of 80%, and a quarter of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—a significant concern for a buyer. This suggests a reliability problem that goes beyond typical wear-and-tear for a 22-year-old car.
At a median mileage of 60,408 miles for vehicles of this age, these Neons have been relatively lightly used, yet they're still racking up an average of 3.72 failures and 17.2 advisories per test. Before purchasing one, get a full pre-buy inspection from a mechanic familiar with American imports, as the high advisory count points to persistent minor issues that compound over time.
What to check before buying a 2002 Chrysler Jeep Neon
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 25.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 Chrysler Jeep Neon vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2002 Chrysler Jeep Neon vehicles fall between 49,664 and 79,380 miles.
2002 Chrysler Jeep Neon — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 15 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2019 (23% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2019.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2002 Chrysler Jeep Neon
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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87.4%
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
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87.2%
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
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55.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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54.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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44.5%
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
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44.3%
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
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41.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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40.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002. Counts include advisories and failures.
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