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R299 SLL

1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,403 mi
Last recorded86,403 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A101,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR299 SLL
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 86,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 82,184 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 19 Apr 2012 82,184 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 3 May 2011 76,969 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 5 May 2010 73,034 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

no rear seats being used as a van

Pass 21 Apr 2009 68,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 66,827 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 63,870 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 59,652 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Limited A?

Based on 37,016 MOT tests across 3,670 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,958
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,468
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,695
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,004
Headlamp aim too low 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 769
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R299 SLL is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 101,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee Limited A fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R299 SLL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Limited A typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Limited A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R299 SLL?

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What year was R299 SLL registered?

R299 SLL is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is R299 SLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R299 SLL shows 9 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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