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SBZ 5070

1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,528 mi
Last recorded90,528 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport101,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBZ 5070
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Sport
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2008 90,528 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2008 90,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2007 85,142 miles

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

Propshaft component defective

fuel main fill up pipe cover corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2006 79,593 miles

Offside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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SBZ 5070 is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SBZ 5070, 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 SBZ 5070 registered?

SBZ 5070 is a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is SBZ 5070 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBZ 5070 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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