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NX09 YJR

2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited

Black Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

98,686 mi
Last recorded98,686 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited65,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX09 YJR
MakeJeep
ModelWrangler Sport Unlimited
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc
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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 98,686 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 98,678 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission Half shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 96,877 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2024 96,877 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 94,053 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 94,003 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 93,958 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 85,751 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2020 85,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 72,228 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 72,228 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 56,531 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 50,909 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 49,194 miles

steering damper slight play

Pass 4 Jun 2015 42,964 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 42,814 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Outer Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 38,580 miles

Both front (flexy) brake pipes corroded

Fail 3 Jun 2014 38,580 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Both front (flexy) brake pipes corroded

Pass 31 May 2013 30,852 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 30,852 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 May 2012 21,828 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited?

Based on 2,518 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,691
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 85
Headlamp aim too high 53
Registration plate lamp not working 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 37
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NX09 YJR is a 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited in Black with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 65,569 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NX09 YJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NX09 YJR is a 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited, first registered on 28 May 2009.

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