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MJ53 UHW

2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto

Maroon Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,012 mi
Last recorded120,012 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto88,974 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 UHW
MakeJeep
ModelGrand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 120,012 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Front ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items

Fail 18 Feb 2025 120,012 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Front ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items

Pass 7 Feb 2024 115,482 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items

Pass 7 Feb 2023 110,883 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 107,780 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle from box (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 107,700 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2018 100,086 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 100,049 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire in engine bay (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm 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))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 87,967 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 76,730 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 65,518 miles

Front inner brake pads starting to wear thin

o/s/r and n/s/r anti-roll bar drop links have slight play

Pass 17 Nov 2014 54,685 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 41,362 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 41,362 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 36,859 miles

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

OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE WEAR

OFF SIDE REAR 1/4 LINK BUSH SLIGHT WEAR

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 31,411 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 28,328 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 28,327 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008
Pass 20 Nov 2007 22,020 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 15,240 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto?

Based on 59,684 MOT tests across 4,059 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
7,055
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,059
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 1,655
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,529
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,419
Registration plate lamp not working 1,386
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play 1,336
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MJ53 UHW is a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto in Maroon with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 88,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 1,655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ53 UHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MJ53 UHW is a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd Auto, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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