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P912 TJV

1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Red Petrol 2464cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

98,269 mi
Last recorded98,269 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport101,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP912 TJV
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2010 98,269 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

O/S/R bump stop missing

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 28 Jan 2010 98,145 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

O/S/R bump stop missing

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 31 Jan 2009 88,721 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 88,721 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 78,225 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 78,199 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 67,774 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 67,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 56,850 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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P912 TJV is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Red with a 2,464cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 101,131 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 Jeep Cherokee Sport fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P912 TJV, 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 29 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 P912 TJV registered?

P912 TJV is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is P912 TJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P912 TJV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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