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FA03 DHK

2003 Jeep Cherokee

Black Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

96,812 mi
Last recorded96,812 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Jeep Cherokee73,634 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 DHK
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2015 96,812 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 89,010 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 80,460 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 69,041 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 69,026 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 May 2007 53,574 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 53,574 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2006 48,752 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 48,752 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nail in nearside rear tyre

nail in offside front tyre. Not repairable

nail in offside rear tyre.Not repairable 235/70R16 106T

rear discs showing some signs of corrosion

Fail 31 Jul 2006 48,579 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FA03 DHK is a 2003 Jeep Cherokee in Black with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 73,634 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 FA03 DHK, 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 23 years old, this Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA03 DHK registered?

FA03 DHK is a 2003 Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is FA03 DHK safe to buy?

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