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R120 EAG

1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Green Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,690 mi
Last recorded115,690 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A101,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR120 EAG
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 115,690 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 115,690 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Fail 12 Feb 2024 115,690 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective wiring broken (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

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

Fail 2 Feb 2024 115,578 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective Wiring broken (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Wheelarch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

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

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 114,421 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 108,723 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 100,465 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 95,783 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 86,871 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 83,503 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 79,004 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 77,011 miles

oil leaks from both the engine and the transfer box

Fail 24 Jun 2015 77,008 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

oil leaks from both the engine and the transfer box

Pass 17 Jun 2014 73,790 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 71,539 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 65,383 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 58,280 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 51,465 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 50,256 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 47,738 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 45,198 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 42,240 miles

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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R120 EAG is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Green with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R120 EAG, 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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R120 EAG is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R120 EAG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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