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R859 CGY

1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Grey Petrol 2464cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

162,779 mi
Last recorded162,779 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport101,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR859 CGY
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2010 162,779 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 157,094 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Outer Rear Upper Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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

both front headlamp unit reflectors rusty lense / lamps

both front wipers smearing view

engine oil level overfilled

rear view wiper smearing view / worn

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2007 147,508 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 8 Oct 2007 147,508 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 136,785 miles

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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R859 CGY is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Grey with a 2,464cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R859 CGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R859 CGY registered?

R859 CGY is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R859 CGY safe to buy?

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