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R745 BTW

1998 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler

Black Petrol 2464cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

99,471 mi
Last recorded99,471 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler75,507 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR745 BTW
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelWrangler
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 99,471 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 99,266 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 97,669 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 97,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip and full beam wrong way round (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 96,770 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 95,571 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 95,569 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2020 94,216 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 92,267 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 91,007 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 86,959 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 81,472 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 81,472 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 76,618 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 71,221 miles

near side front tyre slightly perished

Pass 14 Nov 2012 67,979 miles

off side front tyre slightly perished

Pass 7 Nov 2011 64,166 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 57,020 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 51,884 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 48,093 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 44,676 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 44,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 40,284 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Wrangler?

Based on 22,884 MOT tests across 1,547 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
2,631
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 474
position lamp(s) not working 464
Stop lamp not working 396
fog lamp not working 384
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R745 BTW is a 1998 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler in Black with a 2,464cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1998 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 75,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler-jeep Wrangler fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R745 BTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Wrangler typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Wrangler is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R745 BTW?

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What year was R745 BTW registered?

R745 BTW is a 1998 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R745 BTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R745 BTW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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