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R551 JDV

1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Green Petrol 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,372 mi
Last recorded117,372 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport92,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR551 JDV
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 117,372 miles

slight imbalance to rear brakes

slight perrishing to wipers

Fail 24 Jan 2013 117,356 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

signs of slight wear outer c v joints

Pass 4 Jan 2012 111,309 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear springs coroded

front brake discs deteriorated

front to rear brake pipe greased

play in nearside front "uj" (attention required)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 108,584 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 13 Jan 2010 106,408 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 103,575 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 101,079 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 96,568 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 92,100 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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R551 JDV is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Green with a 2,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R551 JDV, 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 R551 JDV registered?

R551 JDV is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 14 February 1998.

Is R551 JDV safe to buy?

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