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AP02 KNU

2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Blue Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,003 mi
Last recorded78,003 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport70,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 KNU
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 78,003 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2016 74,543 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Inner rear diff bearings worn

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake pipe rubber shroud deteriorated

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 74,542 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working dipped beam (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake pipe rubber shroud deteriorated

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 69,140 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust bracket badly corroded to pipe

Fail 27 May 2015 69,140 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust bracket badly corroded to pipe

Pass 4 Dec 2013 66,735 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 66,735 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 65,214 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 18 Sep 2012 65,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Sep 2011 62,082 miles

f/o/s/brake slight bind

Fail 26 Sep 2011 62,082 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

f/o/s/brake slight bind

Pass 18 Sep 2010 55,699 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 48,449 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 48,449 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 30,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine/gearbox oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2007 24,989 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 20,319 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 6,261 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Sport?

Based on 30,601 MOT tests across 3,245 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
4,730
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,356
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,099
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 938
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 836
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 813
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AP02 KNU is a 2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Blue with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 70,195 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee Sport fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP02 KNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 24 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Sport is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP02 KNU registered?

AP02 KNU is a 2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 28 August 2002.

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