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A21 RYY

1983 Jeep CJ7

Blue Petrol 5899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,348 mi
Last recorded129,348 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Jeep CJ778,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 RYY
MakeJeep
ModelCJ7
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,899cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 129,348 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 129,101 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 128,689 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 128,487 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 128,284 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 127,949 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 127,295 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 126,562 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 126,204 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 124,796 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 123,746 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 123,253 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 122,251 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 122,039 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 121,369 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

all suspension bushes slightly worn

Pass 8 Jul 2010 120,473 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 118,639 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 117,199 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Jun 2008 117,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 115,955 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 114,434 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 114,434 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 112,860 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 100,281 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

How Reliable is the Jeep CJ7?

Based on 731 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 13
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 12
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A21 RYY is a 1983 Jeep CJ7 in Blue with a 5,899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Jeep CJ7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 78,948 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep CJ7 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 RYY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep CJ7 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 43 years old, this Jeep CJ7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 RYY registered?

A21 RYY is a 1983 Jeep CJ7, first registered on 20 October 1983.

Is A21 RYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 RYY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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