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SJZ 9081

1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Blue Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,493 mi
Last recorded134,493 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A98,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJZ 9081
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2026 134,493 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 133,172 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 133,671 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 133,605 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 130,646 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 130,607 miles

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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SJZ 9081 is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Blue with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SJZ 9081, 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

How do I check the history of SJZ 9081?

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What year was SJZ 9081 registered?

SJZ 9081 is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is SJZ 9081 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJZ 9081 shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJZ 9081 have outstanding finance?

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