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M9 XES

1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.5

Green Petrol 2464cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,999 mi
Last recorded92,999 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.575,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM9 XES
MakeJeep
ModelWrangler 2.5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 92,999 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 90,005 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 90,005 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 87,762 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 85,920 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 85,920 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 84,106 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 82,022 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 82,022 miles

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 79,554 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 79,550 miles

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 76,273 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 75,721 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 75,439 miles

signs of corrosion to o/s rear chassis box section

Pass 4 Dec 2014 75,096 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 75,066 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 73,192 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 70,340 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 67,183 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 64,444 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 58,402 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 52,833 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 47,607 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 42,242 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 36,953 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Wrangler 2.5?

Based on 12,631 MOT tests across 888 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
1,691
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
888
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 571
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 322
Stop lamp not working 321
fog lamp not working 232
position lamp(s) not working 229
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M9 XES is a 1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.5 in Green with a 2,464cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 75,962 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Wrangler 2.5 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 571 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M9 XES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Wrangler 2.5 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Wrangler 2.5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M9 XES registered?

M9 XES is a 1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.5, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is M9 XES safe to buy?

The MOT history for M9 XES shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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