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P21 JAU

1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler

Black Petrol 2464cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

93,254 mi
Last recorded93,254 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler80,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 JAU
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelWrangler
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Fail 20 May 2019 93,254 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Rear of outer sill / floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Corrosion affecting most under body suspension components

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Reversing light not working

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

Pass 17 May 2018 92,752 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2017 92,580 miles

Brake pipe slightly damaged front to rear (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in central tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in centre tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 May 2017 92,578 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Brake pipe slightly damaged front to rear (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in central tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in centre tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in centre tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 May 2017 92,573 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.D.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2016 89,789 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 88,510 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

Clean and protect ALL brake pipes

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 12 Mar 2015 88,507 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Both rear tyres cracking

Clean and protect ALL brake pipes

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 86,824 miles

temp fuel cap fitted

Fail 13 Mar 2014 86,824 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

temp fuel cap fitted

wipers split

Fail 18 Jul 2012 83,628 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

no rear seats fitted at time of test

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 18 Jul 2012 83,628 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

no rear seats fitted at time of test

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 26 Jul 2011 80,369 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2010 76,446 miles

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 69,145 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 66,433 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

offside front universal joint worn

Fail 3 Jun 2008 66,433 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

offside front universal joint worn

Pass 31 May 2007 63,745 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 63,744 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 60,002 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 60,002 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Wrangler?

Based on 22,884 MOT tests across 1,547 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
2,631
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 474
position lamp(s) not working 464
Stop lamp not working 396
fog lamp not working 384
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P21 JAU is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler in Black with a 2,464cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 80,233 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 Wrangler fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P21 JAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Wrangler typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Wrangler is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P21 JAU is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler, first registered on 26 June 1997.

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