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R773 GAC

1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Green Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

156,818 mi
Last recorded156,818 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A101,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR773 GAC
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2022 156,818 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 151,110 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 144,134 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Sep 2020 143,998 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 139,553 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 136,384 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2017 130,976 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2017 130,965 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2016 126,351 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 120,962 miles

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

Gearbox oil leak

Oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2013 109,980 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2012 101,868 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 96,800 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advanced corrosion to both front brake pipes and rear axle brake pipes,only just passed test

exhaust system noisey ,breaking up within

part twist in n/s/r seat belt

play in steering column

Pass 25 Aug 2011 96,800 miles

advanced corrosion to both front brake pipes and rear axle brake pipes,only just passed test

exhaust system noisey ,breaking up within

part twist in n/s/r seat belt

play in steering column

Fail 3 May 2011 95,267 miles

Exhaust slightly louder than standard, possibly baffles loose in centre silencer.

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

Pass 3 May 2011 95,267 miles

Exhaust slightly louder than standard, possibly baffles loose in centre silencer.

Pass 5 May 2010 94,253 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 93,081 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 91,025 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 87,380 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 81,999 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 81,999 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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R773 GAC is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Green with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R773 GAC, 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 R773 GAC registered?

R773 GAC is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 27 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R773 GAC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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