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R878 FKN

1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited

Blue Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,027 mi
Last recorded73,027 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited99,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR878 FKN
MakeJeep
ModelGrand Cherokee Limited
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2008 73,027 miles

MINOR EXHAUST LEAK AT DOWNPIPE JOINT.

Pass 12 May 2007 70,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 26 May 2006 64,920 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

bumper insecure

non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 25 May 2006 64,920 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

bumper insecure

non obligatory mirror damaged

How Reliable is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited?

Based on 51,761 MOT tests across 4,658 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
5,213
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
4,658
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,293
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,270
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,969
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,607
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,481
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R878 FKN is a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited in Blue with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 99,404 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,293 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R878 FKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R878 FKN registered?

R878 FKN is a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, first registered on 5 December 1997.

Is R878 FKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R878 FKN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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