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R164 XWR

1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Red Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,185 mi
Last recorded137,185 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee99,773 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 XWR
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 137,185 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 135,747 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 134,658 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 134,654 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 132,916 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced nearside and offside corroded (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 132,912 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced nearside and offside corroded (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 131,721 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2013 129,781 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 125,982 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 121,368 miles

front brake discs corroded

nearside front tyre slightly out of shape

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside front tyre slightly out of shape

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Fail 28 Oct 2011 121,368 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front brake discs corroded

nearside front tyre slightly out of shape

offside front tyre slightly out of shape

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 28 Aug 2008 113,511 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 103,385 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 91,662 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 89,029 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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R164 XWR is a 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Red with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R164 XWR, 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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R164 XWR is a 1998 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 17 February 1998.

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