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J88 PTJ

1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler

Green Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,373 mi
Last recorded63,373 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler80,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 PTJ
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelWrangler
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 63,373 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 63,255 miles

slight play to center propshaft u/j

underside has complete underseal coating unable to fully inspect

Pass 30 Nov 2013 58,790 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 58,353 miles

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

brake pipes greased

Pass 9 Mar 2011 56,041 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 104,906 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 103,560 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 101,974 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 101,974 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 97,490 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 97,359 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2005 89,605 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Wrangler?

Based on 22,884 MOT tests across 1,547 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
2,631
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 474
position lamp(s) not working 464
Stop lamp not working 396
fog lamp not working 384
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J88 PTJ is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler in Green with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 80,233 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler-jeep Wrangler fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J88 PTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was J88 PTJ registered?

J88 PTJ is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is J88 PTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 PTJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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