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R129 VLB

1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Grey Petrol 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,762 mi
Last recorded138,762 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport92,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 VLB
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2010 138,762 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 127,588 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 111,768 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s headlamp vibration on idle

slight weap from steering damper

Pass 14 Nov 2006 105,786 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 105,696 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front (drivers) seat is slightly insecure.

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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R129 VLB is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Grey with a 2,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 92,498 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 R129 VLB, 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 28 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R129 VLB registered?

R129 VLB is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 4 April 1998.

Is R129 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R129 VLB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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