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P838 SMR

1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Green Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,559 mi
Last recorded96,559 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A101,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP838 SMR
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 96,559 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 May 2026 96,558 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 95,028 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 95,025 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 91,568 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 83,618 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 80,712 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 76,775 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 74,962 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2019 74,961 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 72,995 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 72,241 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 71,455 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 70,985 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2006 67,841 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 67,786 miles

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

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Limited A?

Based on 37,016 MOT tests across 3,670 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,958
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,468
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,695
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,004
Headlamp aim too low 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 769
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P838 SMR is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Green with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 101,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee Limited A fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P838 SMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Limited A typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Limited A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P838 SMR is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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