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R221 VLU

1997 Chrysler-jeep Grand Voyager

Green Petrol 3301cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

124,638 mi
Last recorded124,638 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Chrysler-jeep Grand Voyager111,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR221 VLU
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelGrand Voyager
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,301cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2012 124,638 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 124,637 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 124,429 miles

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 May 2011 117,297 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 108,871 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 108,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 97,672 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 97,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2008 85,968 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 85,968 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 76,704 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 68,305 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 68,301 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Grand Voyager?

Based on 92,580 MOT tests across 6,601 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
6,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,052
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,538
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,648
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,396
position lamp(s) not working 2,254
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R221 VLU is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Grand Voyager in Green with a 3,301cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler-jeep Grand Voyager models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 111,192 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 Grand Voyager fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 6,052 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R221 VLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Grand Voyager typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Grand Voyager is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R221 VLU?

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What year was R221 VLU registered?

R221 VLU is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Grand Voyager, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R221 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R221 VLU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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