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R147 KGO

1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

97,934 mi
Last recorded97,934 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee99,773 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 KGO
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 97,934 miles

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

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

both inner sills coroded

Pass 16 Jul 2024 91,512 miles

Coil spring corroded all x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all suspension components corroded

steering damper bush worn

Pass 22 Jun 2022 90,519 miles

Central Front steering damper bush slight play

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 88,674 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 86,054 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 83,991 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 81,607 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 79,703 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 77,261 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 74,632 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 72,024 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 68,827 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 64,659 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 61,839 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 58,693 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 56,073 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 55,995 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 54,257 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 51,874 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 49,464 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 47,530 miles

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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R147 KGO is a 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R147 KGO, 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 R147 KGO registered?

R147 KGO is a 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 31 March 1998.

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