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R203 OCJ

1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Black Petrol 2454cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,974 mi
Last recorded80,974 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport101,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR203 OCJ
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,454cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2008 80,974 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 79,001 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 70,147 miles

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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R203 OCJ is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Black with a 2,454cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 101,131 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 Jeep Cherokee Sport fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R203 OCJ, 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 29 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 R203 OCJ registered?

R203 OCJ is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is R203 OCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R203 OCJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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