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P439 FVN

1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.5

Red Petrol 2464cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,130 mi
Last recorded99,130 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.575,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP439 FVN
MakeJeep
ModelWrangler 2.5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 99,130 miles

front axle outer universal joints worn

underside surface rust

Pass 26 Jan 2021 98,121 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 93,756 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 91,008 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 88,399 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 86,650 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

all shockers leaking

Pass 3 Feb 2015 85,101 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 84,754 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Jan 2014 84,752 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 83,933 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 78,675 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 67,783 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 67,783 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 60,765 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 46,386 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 33,411 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 28,897 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 19,608 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Wrangler 2.5?

Based on 12,631 MOT tests across 888 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
1,691
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
888
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 571
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 322
Stop lamp not working 321
fog lamp not working 232
position lamp(s) not working 229
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P439 FVN is a 1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.5 in Red with a 2,464cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 75,962 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Wrangler 2.5 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 571 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P439 FVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Wrangler 2.5 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Wrangler 2.5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P439 FVN registered?

P439 FVN is a 1997 Jeep Wrangler 2.5, first registered on 19 March 1997.

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