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R864 MPB

1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Red Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,096 mi
Last recorded23,096 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A98,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR864 MPB
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 23,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Apr 2026 23,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 21,624 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 18,836 miles

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bushes deteriorated slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 18,277 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 17,630 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 14,171 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 14,035 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 13,709 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 13,588 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 13,369 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 13,078 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 13,078 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 12,481 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 12,025 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 12,025 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Both front and offside rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 9 Mar 2009 11,500 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 10,782 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 9,851 miles

slight perishing to front suspension bushes

slight surface corrosion on front and rear brake and suspension components

Fail 3 Apr 2006 9,362 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Very slight lift box end drag link.

Pass 3 Apr 2006 9,362 miles

Very slight lift box end drag link.

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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R864 MPB is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Red with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R864 MPB, 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 R864 MPB registered?

R864 MPB is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R864 MPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R864 MPB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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