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N104 JLY

1996 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Blue Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

125,693 mi
Last recorded125,693 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee106,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN104 JLY
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 May 2026 125,693 miles

Emissions unable to be completed ABORTED TEST (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive GEARBOX COOLER PIPES (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 15 May 2025 124,063 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 122,561 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 116,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Both upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under bonnet area below brake servo/master next to steering shaft universal joint (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Drive shaft/axle seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Both upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside 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))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 116,251 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor/chassis area as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor/chassis area as marked front of rear leaf spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor/chassis area as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor/chassis area as marked front of rear leaf spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Both upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under bonnet area below brake servo/master next to steering shaft universal joint (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Drive shaft/axle seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Both upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside 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))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 111,264 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 111,264 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 110,025 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 110,025 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 105,594 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 105,590 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 102,096 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 97,238 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 93,000 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 87,416 miles

emits white smoke from the exhaust - not blue or black

Fail 13 Mar 2015 87,416 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

emits white smoke from the exhaust - not blue or black

Pass 7 Mar 2014 81,625 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 75,388 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 69,274 miles

front bull bar not securely mounted on the n/s

Pass 4 Mar 2011 65,551 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 63,145 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 59,710 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 59,710 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 56,193 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 52,481 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 47,995 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee?

Based on 35,554 MOT tests across 3,022 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
3,965
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,638
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,539
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,064
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,050
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N104 JLY is a 1996 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Blue with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1996 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 106,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Jeep Cherokee fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N104 JLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Jeep Cherokee typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Chrysler Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N104 JLY is a 1996 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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