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P520 BWN

1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Black Petrol 2429cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,224 mi
Last recorded121,224 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport101,359 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP520 BWN
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,429cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 121,224 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 114,762 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 114,709 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 103,382 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2009 103,382 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2007 85,784 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 80,578 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Sport?

Based on 30,601 MOT tests across 3,245 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
4,730
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,356
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,099
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 938
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 836
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 813
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P520 BWN is a 1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Black with a 2,429cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 101,359 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee Sport fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P520 BWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P520 BWN registered?

P520 BWN is a 1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 28 November 1996.

Is P520 BWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P520 BWN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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