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FSJ 262

1997 Willys Jeep

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,797 mi
Last recorded31,797 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Willys Jeep12,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSJ 262
MakeWillys
ModelJeep
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 31,797 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 30,727 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 29,766 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 27,613 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 26,125 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 25,616 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 25,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 24,377 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 22,912 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 25,185 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 18,469 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 16,021 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 16,021 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Willys Jeep?

Based on 2,990 MOT tests across 494 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
226
Miles/Year
84
Year Lifespan
494
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 58
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
position lamp(s) not working 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
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FSJ 262 is a 1997 Willys Jeep in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Willys Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 12,416 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 Willys Jeep fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FSJ 262, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Willys Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 84 years. At 29 years old, this Willys Jeep is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FSJ 262 registered?

FSJ 262 is a 1997 Willys Jeep, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is FSJ 262 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSJ 262 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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