Chrysler Crossfire (2003)
2003 Chrysler Crossfire
CarHunch analysed 336 real MOT records for the 2003 Chrysler Crossfire. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2003 Chrysler Crossfire falls short of the UK average with a 75.3% first-time pass rate, and nearly 40% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—a significant concern for any prospective buyer. This is a real reliability red flag that warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a specialist.
At 62,633 miles average, these Crossfires show typical mileage for their age, but they're arriving at MOT with serious problems: an average of 4.5 failures and nearly 24 advisories per test suggests widespread wear and deterioration. Before committing to one, have a trusted mechanic specifically assess the braking, suspension, and electrical systems—the high advisory count points to these as chronic weak spots on the model.
What to check before buying a 2003 Chrysler Crossfire
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.
- ⚠️ 39.6% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 332 | 75.2% | 4.56 |
| Other (1%) | 3 | 91.7% | 0.33 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 82.4% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2003 Chrysler Crossfire 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 2003 Chrysler Crossfire vehicles fall between 48,700 and 75,319 miles.
2003 Chrysler Crossfire — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 93 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (39% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2003 Chrysler Crossfire
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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106.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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101.9%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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65.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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63%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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36%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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32.9%
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play
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30.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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30.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2003. Counts include advisories and failures.
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