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P161 PVM

1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Purple Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,635 mi
Last recorded93,635 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee104,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP161 PVM
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2010 93,635 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2010 93,635 miles

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

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 59,335 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 59,332 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 11 Nov 2005 55,597 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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P161 PVM is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Purple with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 104,689 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 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P161 PVM, 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 29 years old, this Chrysler Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P161 PVM registered?

P161 PVM is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P161 PVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P161 PVM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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