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BJ08 VEP

2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

156,720 mi
Last recorded156,720 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A85,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 VEP
MakeJeep
ModelGrand Cherokee Crd Ltd A
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 156,720 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General corrosion underside/Suspension components

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil around rear Diff

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 156,707 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

underside of vehicle, including components, heavily corroded.

Pass 22 Mar 2022 95,626 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 88,472 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 83,978 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 76,864 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2019 76,864 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 71,376 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 63,201 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 55,109 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 77,331 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Apr 2014 40,069 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 34,413 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 27,609 miles

rear nearside tyre small cut in sidewall

Pass 9 Aug 2011 19,627 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A?

Based on 51,607 MOT tests across 3,286 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
6,817
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
3,286
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 954
position lamp(s) not working 903
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 753
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 701
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 669
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BJ08 VEP is a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 85,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ08 VEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BJ08 VEP is a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A, first registered on 19 April 2008.

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