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T198 RHJ

1999 Jeep Cherokee

Silver Petrol 4701cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

67,867 mi
Last recorded67,867 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1999 Jeep Cherokee97,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT198 RHJ
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,701cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 67,867 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 67,865 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 66,892 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 64,955 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 64,955 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 61,536 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 61,536 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 59,465 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear tyre has a screw in the tread and is punctured

Fail 26 Jun 2012 59,445 miles

Offside Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear tyre has a screw in the tread and is punctured

Pass 26 Jul 2011 56,184 miles

Bonnet strutts weak.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 51,679 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 51,633 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 51,623 miles

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

cut in o/s/r tyre tread

Pass 14 Jul 2009 48,214 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 45,243 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 41,798 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 38,747 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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T198 RHJ is a 1999 Jeep Cherokee in Silver with a 4,701cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1999 Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 97,961 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 T198 RHJ, 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 27 years old, this Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T198 RHJ registered?

T198 RHJ is a 1999 Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 24 July 1999.

Is T198 RHJ safe to buy?

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