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SM04 DZL

2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Sport Auto

Black Diesel 2776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

114,623 mi
Last recorded114,623 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Sport Auto80,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 DZL
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Crd Sport Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,776cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 114,623 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 114,619 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 106,615 miles

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 106,609 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking Caliper (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 95,933 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 95,933 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear axle top stabiliser A frame o/s bush detached from arm (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Jan 2016 95,641 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear axle top stabiliser arm bush detached from arm (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2015 83,405 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 83,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 83,402 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear half shaft has a fluid leak

rear exhaust bracket is broken

offside rear half shaft seal has a major leak

Pass 29 Aug 2013 75,692 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 67,894 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 55,462 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 49,010 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 41,968 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 34,873 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 34,873 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 26,722 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 26,706 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

advisory slight play in n/s/r hub bearing

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Crd Sport Auto?

Based on 16,343 MOT tests across 981 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
5,841
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
981
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 461
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 439
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 430
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 317
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 315
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SM04 DZL is a 2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Sport Auto in Black with a 2,776cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Sport Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 80,337 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 Crd Sport Auto fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM04 DZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Crd Sport Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Crd Sport Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SM04 DZL is a 2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Sport Auto, first registered on 29 March 2004.

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