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R135 VLB

1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

70,946 mi
Last recorded70,946 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A98,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR135 VLB
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 70,946 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2015 70,945 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 66,684 miles

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

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

front wipers smearing windscreen

Pass 28 Aug 2013 63,045 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 28 Aug 2013 63,045 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2012 60,424 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Sep 2012 60,424 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2011 56,044 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 51,821 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 48,678 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 44,381 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 44,381 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 41,064 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 38,032 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2005 34,848 miles

front pads

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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R135 VLB is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 98,264 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 R135 VLB, 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 28 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Limited A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R135 VLB?

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What year was R135 VLB registered?

R135 VLB is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R135 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R135 VLB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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