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R656 PBV

1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Grey Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

132,254 mi
Last recorded132,254 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A98,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR656 PBV
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 132,254 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 125,267 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 119,881 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 113,572 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight corrosion under side of vehicle

Pass 14 Sep 2020 108,352 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 102,189 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 95,385 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases just before tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension rod ball joint has slight play front axle locating arm, top joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 87,337 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 80,922 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 75,320 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 72,434 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all 4 tyres cracking but not to cords

Pass 26 Jul 2013 71,937 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 71,059 miles

front discs correded and pitted

Pass 13 Jul 2011 70,545 miles

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

front dics pitted

Pass 13 Jul 2010 69,654 miles

front discs slighty pitted

Fail 13 Jul 2010 69,654 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front discs slighty pitted

Pass 15 Jul 2009 68,257 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 66,298 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 63,379 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 60,374 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Limited A?

Based on 37,016 MOT tests across 3,670 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,958
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,468
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,695
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,004
Headlamp aim too low 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 769
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R656 PBV is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Grey with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 98,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee Limited A fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R656 PBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Limited A typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Limited A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R656 PBV registered?

R656 PBV is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 28 March 1998.

Is R656 PBV safe to buy?

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