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DC65 VYJ

2016 Jeep Cherokee

Blue Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,587 mi
Last recorded88,587 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Jeep Cherokee50,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC65 VYJ
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2026 88,587 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2025 81,286 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 81,286 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 74,449 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

rear brake pads getting low

upper/lower engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2023 66,146 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 65,737 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 59,764 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 45,484 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 35,437 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 20,089 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee?

Based on 73,214 MOT tests across 7,811 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
6,765
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,811
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 569
Brake pipe excessively corroded 405
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 386
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 329
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DC65 VYJ is a 2016 Jeep Cherokee in Blue with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 50,558 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DC65 VYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 10 years old, this Jeep Cherokee is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DC65 VYJ registered?

DC65 VYJ is a 2016 Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 26 February 2016.

Is DC65 VYJ safe to buy?

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