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P327 MKJ

1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Purple Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

95,176 mi
Last recorded95,176 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2017
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee104,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP327 MKJ
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2017 95,176 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear pipe covered preventing inspection (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2017 95,176 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Towbar retaining device missing bolt (6.6.3a)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.E.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear pipe covered preventing inspection (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 17 May 2017 95,140 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 94,892 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 94,892 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 94,649 miles

auto box pipe leaking at front

exhaust system corroded

slight exhaust blow

slight wear front suspension arm bushes

Fail 21 May 2015 94,644 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

auto box pipe leaking at front

exhaust system corroded

slight exhaust blow

slight wear front suspension arm bushes

Pass 30 May 2014 94,139 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 93,174 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2013 93,170 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 92,076 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 92,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 91,131 miles

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

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

general underbody corrosion

Fail 17 Mar 2011 91,088 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2010 89,131 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2009 87,226 miles

excessive oil leak

front discs

play in anti roll bar links

slight exhaust blow

Pass 16 Oct 2007 82,259 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 82,259 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 79,302 miles

Corrosion to brake pipes. Slight lift in ball joints. N/s/f tyre ON limit.

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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P327 MKJ is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Purple with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 P327 MKJ, 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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P327 MKJ is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 24 March 1997.

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