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LF52 ZXZ

2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Blue Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,786 mi
Last recorded125,786 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport70,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 ZXZ
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 125,786 miles

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

Prop shaft boot slightly deteriorated

Fail 12 Jan 2021 125,786 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Prop shaft boot slightly deteriorated

Fail 7 Sep 2020 125,748 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 29 Aug 2019 122,105 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 122,105 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 115,276 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 104,195 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front (2.7.2a)

centre exhaust bracket broke

Fail 15 Aug 2017 104,195 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front (2.7.2a)

centre exhaust bracket broke

Pass 4 Aug 2016 94,228 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 86,309 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 78,549 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 70,709 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 65,700 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 63,059 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 58,696 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 55,008 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 49,587 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 49,587 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 42,525 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 42,289 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 30 Aug 2006 33,310 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Sport?

Based on 30,601 MOT tests across 3,245 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
4,730
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,356
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,099
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 938
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 836
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 813
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LF52 ZXZ is a 2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Blue with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 70,195 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 Jeep Cherokee Sport fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF52 ZXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 24 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Sport is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF52 ZXZ registered?

LF52 ZXZ is a 2002 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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