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R242 VLU

1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto

Green Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,293 mi
Last recorded120,293 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto99,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 VLU
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport Auto
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2013 120,293 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 110,859 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 109,887 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 108,904 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 107,161 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 104,609 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2005 100,997 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto?

Based on 5,114 MOT tests across 573 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
3,966
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
573
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 329
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 156
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 149
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
Stop lamp not working 116
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R242 VLU is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto in Green with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 99,209 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 329 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R242 VLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R242 VLU registered?

R242 VLU is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R242 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R242 VLU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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