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R133 VLB

1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Purple Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

110,948 mi
Last recorded110,948 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2009
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee99,773 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR133 VLB
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2009 110,948 miles

Battery insecure

bonnet safty catch seized

slight play at top of steering coloum and something catching back of steering wheel ???

tread getting low on both n.s. tyres

Fail 1 Dec 2009 110,594 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

bonnet safty catch seized

handbrake travel getting little heigh

slight play at top of steering coloum

tread getting low on both n.s. tyres

Pass 30 Sep 2008 100,628 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 30 Jul 2008 100,111 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 93,499 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 93,499 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant level low - suspect heater matrix

Rear wiper blade worn out

SRS light on

Steering drop arm connecting ball joint has some play

Pass 23 Feb 2006 82,459 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 82,459 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee?

Based on 35,554 MOT tests across 3,022 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
3,965
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,638
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,539
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,064
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,050
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R133 VLB is a 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Purple with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 99,773 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 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R133 VLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Jeep Cherokee typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Chrysler Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R133 VLB registered?

R133 VLB is a 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R133 VLB safe to buy?

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