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P48 RPU

1997 Chrysler-jeep Jeep

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

147,970 mi
Last recorded147,970 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Chrysler-jeep Jeep100,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP48 RPU
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelJeep
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 147,970 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Front coil springs corroding

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

OS outer sill corroding

OSF & NSF hubs corroding

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2012 145,863 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 145,863 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Offside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 143,323 miles

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

OSF & NSF cv boots starting to perish

Power steering noisey

Pass 1 Mar 2010 136,750 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2009 132,290 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 132,290 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2008 122,152 miles

Internal rattle from exhaust catalitic converter, not affecting emissions.

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 7 Feb 2008 122,152 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Internal rattle from exhaust catalitic converter, not affecting emissions.

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 114,588 miles

front side lights blue

head lights blue

Fail 21 Dec 2006 114,171 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2006

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

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Jeep?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,111
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 56
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53
position lamp(s) not working 45
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Registration plate lamp not working 36
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P48 RPU is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Jeep in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler-jeep Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 100,610 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 Jeep fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P48 RPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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P48 RPU is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Jeep, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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