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J333 PCH

1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Grey Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,351 mi
Last recorded93,351 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee104,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ333 PCH
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2025 93,351 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 92,850 miles

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))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 90,095 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 86,862 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 86,770 miles

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 82,342 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 78,403 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 75,165 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 73,277 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 70,339 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 70,339 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 76,161 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 73,978 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2012 73,978 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Fail 8 Sep 2010 69,414 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 69,414 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 67,576 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2009 67,576 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 63,633 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

diff leaking

Fail 23 Jun 2007 58,648 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 58,648 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 58,450 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre.

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee?

Based on 35,554 MOT tests across 3,022 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
3,965
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,638
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,539
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,064
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,050
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J333 PCH is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Grey with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 104,689 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Jeep Cherokee fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J333 PCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Jeep Cherokee typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Chrysler Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J333 PCH is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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