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LT02 RKU

2002 Jeep Cherokee

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

104,635 mi
Last recorded104,635 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Jeep Cherokee88,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT02 RKU
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 104,635 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 104,635 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 103,240 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2024 100,738 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 98,217 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 96,141 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2021 93,716 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 28 May 2020 91,346 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2019 88,191 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2019 88,191 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 86,212 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

handbrake high

Pass 30 Nov 2017 81,549 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 79,441 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 2 Dec 2015 78,534 miles

see seperate advisory sheet

Fail 2 Dec 2015 78,534 miles

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

see seperate advisory sheet

Pass 17 Dec 2014 75,257 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 71,342 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 66,027 miles

see seperate advisory sheet

Pass 12 Dec 2011 61,228 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 57,363 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 57,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 52,320 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 48,651 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 44,448 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 36,448 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee?

Based on 73,214 MOT tests across 7,811 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
6,765
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,811
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 569
Brake pipe excessively corroded 405
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 386
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 329
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LT02 RKU is a 2002 Jeep Cherokee in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2002 Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 88,242 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT02 RKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT02 RKU registered?

LT02 RKU is a 2002 Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 15 May 2002.

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