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R659 TLH

1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,275 mi
Last recorded52,275 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A101,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR659 TLH
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2014 52,275 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

dampness around power steering box

Pass 14 Feb 2013 50,994 miles

gear box oil leak

nearside rear shock absorber bottom rubber mount deteriorated

power steering leak

Pass 27 Jan 2012 49,431 miles

n/s headlamp condensated and poor beam

gear oil leaks

Fail 25 Jan 2012 49,429 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

gear oil leaks

n/s headlamp condensated and poor beam

Pass 22 Feb 2011 47,773 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

front brake discs slightly

Pass 16 Feb 2010 42,101 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

tested in wet weather conditions

Pass 15 Feb 2009 39,907 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 38,270 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leaks

Pass 16 Feb 2007 33,797 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 32,336 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 32,336 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R659 TLH is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 101,064 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 R659 TLH, 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 29 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Limited A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R659 TLH registered?

R659 TLH is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is R659 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R659 TLH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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