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P176 CPC

1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

161,996 mi
Last recorded161,996 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A101,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP176 CPC
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 161,996 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 161,996 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 156,858 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 156,858 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 May 2011 152,331 miles

n/s/r brake drum emits noise when shaken

Pass 31 May 2010 144,592 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 137,619 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 137,619 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 130,676 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 123,306 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 115,456 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 109,986 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 Jun 2005 109,986 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.C1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Limited A?

Based on 37,016 MOT tests across 3,670 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,958
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,468
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,695
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,004
Headlamp aim too low 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 769
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P176 CPC is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 101,064 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 Cherokee Limited A fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P176 CPC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Limited A typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Limited A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P176 CPC registered?

P176 CPC is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P176 CPC safe to buy?

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