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R427 WJN

1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Blue Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

112,951 mi
Last recorded112,951 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee104,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 WJN
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 112,951 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 108,265 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

front number plate damaged

Fail 3 Oct 2011 108,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

front number plate damaged

Pass 17 Jul 2010 99,276 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

front discs worn

Pass 30 Jun 2009 92,773 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 May 2008 89,781 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 88,526 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 88,526 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 May 2006 86,460 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 86,460 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee?

Based on 35,554 MOT tests across 3,022 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
3,965
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,638
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,539
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,064
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,050
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R427 WJN is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Blue with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 104,689 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Jeep Cherokee fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R427 WJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R427 WJN registered?

R427 WJN is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R427 WJN safe to buy?

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