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SM54 UMZ

2004 Jeep Cherokee

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,400 mi
Last recorded58,400 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Jeep Cherokee79,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 UMZ
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 58,400 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 55,148 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 50,880 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 47,378 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 43,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 43,476 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 39,995 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 39,995 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 35,670 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 35,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2010 35,543 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Fail 31 Mar 2010 35,543 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2008 31,399 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 26,878 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee?

Based on 73,214 MOT tests across 7,811 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
6,765
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,811
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 569
Brake pipe excessively corroded 405
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 386
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 329
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SM54 UMZ is a 2004 Jeep Cherokee in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 79,615 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM54 UMZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM54 UMZ registered?

SM54 UMZ is a 2004 Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 29 October 2004.

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