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K4 RVB

1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Grey Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

147,489 mi
Last recorded147,489 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A101,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK4 RVB
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 147,489 miles

engine oil leak gearbox oil leak power steering oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2024 147,404 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 147,400 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 146,926 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 146,926 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 146,750 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 146,429 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 146,099 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 144,898 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 142,857 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 140,338 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 137,137 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 134,016 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 134,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 130,414 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 127,745 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 124,478 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 120,595 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

rear brake application slightly uneven

Pass 11 Nov 2010 116,863 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 113,350 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 108,869 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 105,629 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 100,259 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2005 95,943 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 95,943 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Limited A?

Based on 37,016 MOT tests across 3,670 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,958
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,468
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,695
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,004
Headlamp aim too low 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 769
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K4 RVB is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Grey with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 101,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee Limited A fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K4 RVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Limited A typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Limited A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K4 RVB registered?

K4 RVB is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 28 September 1997.

Is K4 RVB safe to buy?

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