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J222 SFJ

2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto

Black Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,818 mi
Last recorded75,818 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto47,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ222 SFJ
MakeJeep
ModelWrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 75,818 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 75,525 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 75,525 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 75,290 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fuel tank Heat/Protection shield corroded

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 75,288 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Fuel tank Heat/Protection shield corroded

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 74,077 miles

Fuel tank shield corroded

Nearside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 31 May 2022 74,070 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fuel tank shield corroded

Nearside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 71,754 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 60,991 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 57,723 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 54,429 miles

under-body surface corrosion.

Pass 14 Sep 2017 49,588 miles

under-body surface corrosion.

Pass 13 Aug 2016 44,913 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 39,611 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 39,611 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 35,108 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 35,108 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto?

Based on 1,553 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
4,865
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 17
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J222 SFJ is a 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto in Black with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 47,884 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 Wrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J222 SFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Wrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 15 years old, this Jeep Wrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J222 SFJ is a 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Crd 197 Auto, first registered on 26 April 2011.

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