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MT08 UKJ

2008 Jeep G-cherokee S Ltd Crd A

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

160,270 mi
Last recorded160,270 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Jeep G-cherokee S Ltd Crd A84,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 UKJ
MakeJeep
ModelG-cherokee S Ltd Crd A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 160,270 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Coolant leak ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

all suspension rusty

cover sills shields

exhaust box rusty

Pass 23 Dec 2024 157,037 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 146,249 miles

cover sills shields

Fail 4 Sep 2023 146,249 miles

cover sills shields

Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 139,357 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

cover sills shields

rusty underside

Pass 15 Feb 2021 135,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 130,416 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 122,982 miles

Front tyres worn on edges.

Slight lift at offside and nearside lower swivels.

Fail 18 Feb 2019 122,892 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Front tyres worn on edges.

Slight lift at offside and nearside lower swivels.

Pass 23 May 2018 117,035 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Jun 2017 104,693 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 92,824 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 82,770 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 70,029 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 55,261 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 87,909 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 66,058 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 66,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 May 2011 25,687 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

wipers starting to smear

How Reliable is the Jeep G-cherokee S Ltd Crd A?

Based on 4,008 MOT tests across 272 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
6,764
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
272
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33
Registration plate lamp not working 33
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 33
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
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MT08 UKJ is a 2008 Jeep G-cherokee S Ltd Crd A in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Jeep G-cherokee S Ltd Crd A models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 84,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep G-cherokee S Ltd Crd A fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT08 UKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep G-cherokee S Ltd Crd A typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Jeep G-cherokee S Ltd Crd A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MT08 UKJ is a 2008 Jeep G-cherokee S Ltd Crd A, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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