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P294 YDW

1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Purple Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

150,656 mi
Last recorded150,656 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee104,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP294 YDW
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 150,656 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 146,354 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Jun 2014 146,354 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 141,034 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2012 129,923 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jun 2011 114,896 miles

nearside rear and offside rear discs are worn

Pass 21 Jun 2010 107,471 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 100,482 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 100,481 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 94,680 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 94,678 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 90,701 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 90,701 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 86,573 miles

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

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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P294 YDW is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Purple with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P294 YDW, 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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P294 YDW is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 14 July 1997.

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