2000 Chrysler Neon — MOT failures & pass rate
276 MOT tests on the 2000 Chrysler Neon are in this dataset, and 73.2% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (26.8% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (13.4%) and lighting & signalling (12.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, component mounting prescribed areas and headlamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 26 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 25.4% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 32.8% once past 90-120k.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 35.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 13.4% | 37 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 12.7% | 35 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.3% | 23 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.6% | 21 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.9% | 19 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.9% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 26 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 26 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 14 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 13 |
| 5 | Linkage | 11 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 35.9% | 99 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.7% | 93 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 28.6% | 79 |
| 4 | Tyres | 25.7% | 71 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 23.2% | 64 |
| 6 | Other defects | 21.7% | 60 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 59 | 25.4% |
| 60-90k | 97 | 25.8% |
| 90-120k | 67 | 32.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 94 | 30.9% |
| 2022 | 66 | 27.3% |
| 2023 | 43 | 16.3% |
| 2024 | 45 | 31.1% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Neon
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 13.4% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (13.4% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (12.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (8.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Chrysler Neons pass their MOT?
73.2% of the 276 2000 Chrysler Neon MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Chrysler Neon?
Suspension, recorded in 13.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (12.7%).
Does the 2000 Neon get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.4% in the 30-60k band to 32.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 276 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.