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R26 TBK

1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited Auto

Blue Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,017 mi
Last recorded83,017 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited Auto81,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 TBK
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited Auto
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 83,017 miles

centre mirror missing

rear exhaust mounting needs attention

slight play rear hubs

windscreen slightly damaged

Pass 17 Dec 2013 77,980 miles

brake master cylinder level slightly low

centre exhaust joint clamp needs attention

rear exhaust mount needs attention

windscreen slight damage

Pass 6 Dec 2012 72,975 miles

centre exhaust joint clamp loose

front tyres walls small splits

radiator oil feeding hose leaking

rear exhaust mount needs attention

windscreen slight damage

Fail 6 Dec 2012 72,966 miles

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

centre exhaust joint clamp loose

front tyres walls small splits

radiator oil feeding hose leaking

rear exhaust mount needs attention

windscreen slight damage

Pass 28 Nov 2011 67,596 miles

front offside+rear offside tyres outer walls perished/ splitting

windscreen slight damage

Pass 30 Nov 2010 63,747 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 63,172 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 60,593 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 55,059 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 48,189 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2006 48,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Extensive surface corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension units

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Limited Auto?

Based on 46,063 MOT tests across 6,874 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
3,988
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
6,874
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,521
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,442
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,302
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,972
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R26 TBK is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited Auto in Blue with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 81,930 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee Limited Auto fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,521 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R26 TBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Limited Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Limited Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R26 TBK registered?

R26 TBK is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited Auto, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R26 TBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 TBK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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