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KSJ 108

1998 Hotchkiss Jeep

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,351 mi
Last recorded22,351 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Hotchkiss Jeep16,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSJ 108
MakeHotchkiss
ModelJeep
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 22,351 miles

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

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

all tyres perished(cracked side walls)

Fail 10 Jul 2017 22,346 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

all tyres perished(cracked side walls)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 22,307 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.2.C.1c)

front tyres perished/cracked

oil leak

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 22,288 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front tyres perished

rear tyres perished

Pass 2 Jun 2012 22,228 miles

all tyres showing signs of perish no ply or cords revealed/showing

Fail 20 Mar 2012 22,223 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front tyres perished on sidewalls

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 16 May 2007 22,133 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2005 22,105 miles

Centre Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

lighting system fitted using military convoy equipment and settings

How Reliable is the Hotchkiss Jeep?

Based on 931 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 19
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 10
brake recording little or no effort 10
Headlamp not working on main beam 10
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KSJ 108 is a 1998 Hotchkiss Jeep in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Hotchkiss Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 16,594 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 Hotchkiss Jeep fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KSJ 108, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hotchkiss Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Hotchkiss Jeep is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KSJ 108 registered?

KSJ 108 is a 1998 Hotchkiss Jeep, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is KSJ 108 safe to buy?

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