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R279 GEG

1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Purple Petrol 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,105 mi
Last recorded99,105 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport92,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR279 GEG
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 99,105 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2024 99,103 miles

Central Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 98,960 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 98,854 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 98,473 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 97,842 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 96,627 miles

advise rear axle brake pipes to be replaced

Pass 17 Apr 2015 95,315 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 94,380 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 94,380 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 93,606 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 92,322 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 89,573 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 84,431 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 77,692 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 70,364 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 62,395 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 52,801 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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R279 GEG is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Purple with a 2,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 92,498 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R279 GEG, 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 28 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 R279 GEG registered?

R279 GEG is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R279 GEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R279 GEG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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