CarVerify

Free Car Check

TAZ 5008

1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Grey Other 3960cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,787 mi
Last recorded163,787 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A98,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Jeep
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAZ 5008
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Limited A
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,960cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 163,787 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2024 162,045 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 160,669 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 159,457 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 157,995 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 150,648 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 146,172 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 137,814 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
Full Jeep Cherokee Limited A reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TAZ 5008 is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A in Grey with a 3,960cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TAZ 5008, 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 TAZ 5008?

You can check the full history of TAZ 5008 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TAZ 5008 registered?

TAZ 5008 is a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is TAZ 5008 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAZ 5008 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAZ 5008 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TAZ 5008. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.