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LTK 53R

1977 Jago Jeep

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2015
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

26,487 mi
Last recorded26,487 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTK 53R
MakeJago
ModelJeep
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc
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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2014 26,487 miles

both front brake discs surface rusted

both front struts weeping and damper rods pitted by corrosion so best to renew

both rear leaf springs well corroded

various oil leaks

Fail 24 May 2014 26,471 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

both front brake discs surface rusted

both front struts weeping and damper rods pitted by corrosion so best to renew

both rear leaf springs well corroded

various oil leaks

n/s/r service and parking brake recording very low effort on rollers but a decelerometer test had to be conducted due to lock up not being achieved

Pass 30 Apr 2010

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

clutch pedal loose

prop shaft bolts not correct length

seat mountings

Fail 27 Apr 2010

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

clutch pedal loose

prop shaft bolts not correct length

seat mountings

Fail 20 Apr 2010

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

prop shaft bolts loose and bolts not long enough.

seat mountings

Fail 10 Apr 2010

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber mounting resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 48,086 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 48,082 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 45,064 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 45,053 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 43,329 miles

How Reliable is the Jago Jeep?

Based on 1,486 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
409
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 55
Headlamp aim too high 47
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Steering rack gaiter split 41
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
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LTK 53R is a 1977 Jago Jeep in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

The most common reason a Jago Jeep fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LTK 53R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jago Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 49 years old, this Jago Jeep is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LTK 53R is a 1977 Jago Jeep, first registered on 27 January 1977.

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