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R62 DWR

1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Red Petrol 2464cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

93,117 mi
Last recorded93,117 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport101,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 DWR
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2009 93,117 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front headlamp reflective backings showing signs of wear...

Fail 14 Oct 2009 93,117 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front headlamp reflective backings showing signs of wear...

Pass 11 Oct 2008 91,321 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 91,321 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 85,916 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 82,604 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 82,602 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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R62 DWR is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Red with a 2,464cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R62 DWR, 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.

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What year was R62 DWR registered?

R62 DWR is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R62 DWR shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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