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P281 JAJ

1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Green Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

81,442 mi
Last recorded81,442 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee104,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP281 JAJ
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 81,442 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 78,721 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2010 75,254 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 75,213 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 72,310 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 72,310 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 6 Feb 2008 69,321 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 69,321 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 66,233 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 63,083 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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P281 JAJ is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Green with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 P281 JAJ, 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 P281 JAJ registered?

P281 JAJ is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P281 JAJ safe to buy?

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