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R426 DRF

1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Grey Petrol 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,595 mi
Last recorded172,595 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport101,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR426 DRF
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 172,595 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 11 May 2016 172,595 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 10 Apr 2015 165,787 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 165,787 miles

Oil leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 154,938 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 150,236 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 144,061 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 137,332 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 125,919 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 114,873 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 107,607 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 94,169 miles

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

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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R426 DRF is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Grey with a 2,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 101,131 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 R426 DRF, 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 29 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R426 DRF registered?

R426 DRF is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is R426 DRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R426 DRF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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