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R621 JPC

1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Green Petrol 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

107,642 mi
Last recorded107,642 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport101,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR621 JPC
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 107,642 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 107,307 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 106,765 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 105,665 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 105,651 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front roll bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 104,389 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 102,940 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 102,083 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 100,781 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 98,327 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 96,351 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 96,351 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 94,048 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 91,475 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 91,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 88,153 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 84,967 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 82,075 miles

both front tyres worn low

slight end float on both rear wheels

Pass 15 Aug 2011 79,665 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 76,963 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 74,302 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 71,130 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 68,956 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 67,343 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R621 JPC is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Green with a 2,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R621 JPC, 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

How do I check the history of R621 JPC?

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What year was R621 JPC registered?

R621 JPC is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R621 JPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R621 JPC shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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