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FA05 MVF

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto

Black Petrol 4701cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,194 mi
Last recorded105,194 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto78,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 MVF
MakeJeep
ModelGrand Cherokee Ltd Auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,701cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 105,194 miles

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

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

UNDER BODY CORRODED

Pass 11 Jul 2025 101,368 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear Differential Leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 96,948 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2024 96,948 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 92,731 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 89,561 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 86,464 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 84,587 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 83,283 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 80,506 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 77,030 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 77,784 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 77,784 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 68,531 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 63,850 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 63,769 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 55,063 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 45,092 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 41,896 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 40,081 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 35,156 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 46,739 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 46,739 miles

Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Front brake pads 80% worn

Pass 5 Sep 2008 34,346 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto?

Based on 41,381 MOT tests across 4,570 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
4,841
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
4,570
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,116
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,300
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,045
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,944
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,552
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FA05 MVF is a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto in Black with a 4,701cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 78,233 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 3,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA05 MVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FA05 MVF registered?

FA05 MVF is a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto, first registered on 19 August 2005.

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