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R321 YPW

1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

121,805 mi
Last recorded121,805 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler80,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR321 YPW
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelWrangler
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 121,805 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 118,622 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 118,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 116,819 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 116,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 114,296 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 109,264 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 104,877 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 101,759 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 101,707 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2019 97,071 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 92,447 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 87,360 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 87,099 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 82,894 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 77,760 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 74,282 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 69,228 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 69,228 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 66,963 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 64,150 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 64,143 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 62,660 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 60,853 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 59,305 miles

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 57,840 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 50,496 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Wrangler?

Based on 22,884 MOT tests across 1,547 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
2,631
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 474
position lamp(s) not working 464
Stop lamp not working 396
fog lamp not working 384
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R321 YPW is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 80,233 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler-jeep Wrangler fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R321 YPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Wrangler typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Wrangler is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R321 YPW registered?

R321 YPW is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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