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PX59 YLW

2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited

Silver Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests26 (14 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

174,838 mi
Last recorded174,838 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited65,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX59 YLW
MakeJeep
ModelWrangler Sport Unlimited
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc

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MOT History

14 pass 12 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 174,838 miles

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

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

nearside and offside front hub seals weeping

Fail 10 Oct 2025 174,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

nearside and offside front hub seals weeping

Pass 18 Oct 2024 165,028 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

offside front hub seal leaking

Fail 7 Oct 2024 165,020 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

offside front hub seal leaking

Pass 6 Oct 2023 156,338 miles

Suspension component ball joint has slight play near side front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component ball joint has slight play near side front top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 148,785 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 148,785 miles

Position lamp not working near side front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps near side (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working off side washer jet (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 141,611 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 141,611 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn near side front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick near side front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2020 133,299 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 132,295 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play near side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play off side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Position lamp not working off side front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps near side (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps off side (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Side repeater not working near side (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Side repeater not working off side (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired near side excessive play (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired off side excessive play (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2019 114,724 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 114,724 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 92,404 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 92,404 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 81,379 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 81,376 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 64,882 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 64,882 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 50,584 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 50,584 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 41,089 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2014 41,089 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 34,573 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 25,914 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 25,914 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited?

Based on 2,518 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,691
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 85
Headlamp aim too high 53
Registration plate lamp not working 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 37
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PX59 YLW is a 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited in Silver with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 65,569 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 Wrangler Sport Unlimited fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX59 YLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PX59 YLW is a 2009 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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