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R972 UKP

1998 Chrysler Jeep

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

162,017 mi
Last recorded162,017 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Chrysler Jeep105,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR972 UKP
MakeChrysler
ModelJeep
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2010 162,017 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 163,014 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 153,411 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 153,411 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 144,987 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 144,980 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 134,019 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 118,073 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 118,073 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Chrysler Jeep?

Based on 2,018 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
3,877
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 87
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 35
fog lamp not working 33
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R972 UKP is a 1998 Chrysler Jeep in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Chrysler Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 105,585 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Chrysler Jeep fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R972 UKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Chrysler Jeep is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R972 UKP registered?

R972 UKP is a 1998 Chrysler Jeep, first registered on 17 December 1998.

Is R972 UKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R972 UKP shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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