Chrysler Neon

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 4 model years from 213 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

69%

Total Tests

213

Model Years

2000 to 2003

Years Covered

About the Chrysler Neon

The Chrysler Neon was MOT tested 213 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 4 model years (2000 to 2003), with an average pass rate of 69%. That's 13 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2000) averages 78,458 miles, while the newest (2003) averages 63,990 miles.

Compared to the Chrysler brand average of 74%, the Neon is 5 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Chrysler models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1996cc)

£1,631

Road Tax

£325

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£500

Total per year£2,511

Per month£209/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2003 details

How reliable is the Chrysler Neon?

vs average of all models-13% (82% avg)

vs Chrysler brand average-5% (74% avg)

Chrysler Neon by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2003	76%	41	63,990 mi
2002	65%	31	86,968 mi
2001	73%	51	73,590 mi
2000	62%	90	78,458 mi

Questions about the Chrysler Neon

Is the Chrysler Neon reliable?

Across its 4 model years in our data (2000 to 2003), the Chrysler Neon averages a 69% MOT pass rate, from 213 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.