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JIL 5487

1982 Jeep CJ7

Brown Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,396 mi
Last recorded6,396 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Jeep CJ733,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIL 5487
MakeJeep
ModelCJ7
Year1982
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 6,396 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 5,997 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2019 3,990 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 May 2018 2,749 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 2,675 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 2,629 miles

body mount rubbers perrished

Fail 19 Jun 2009 2,629 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

body mount rubbers perrished

Pass 14 Aug 2007 2,472 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 2,423 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep CJ7?

Based on 731 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 13
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 12
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JIL 5487 is a 1982 Jeep CJ7 in Brown with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1982 Jeep CJ7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 33,066 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep CJ7 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JIL 5487, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep CJ7 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 44 years old, this Jeep CJ7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JIL 5487 registered?

JIL 5487 is a 1982 Jeep CJ7, first registered on 2 April 1982.

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