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TRJ 222

1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler

Blue Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

244,182 mi
Last recorded244,182 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler80,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRJ 222
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelWrangler
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 244,182 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2026 244,119 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment inner rod ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

little reserve travel on parking brake

Pass 15 Jul 2025 235,920 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 227,908 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 219,617 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 211,604 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 203,241 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 200,000 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 195,000 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 187,486 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 180,317 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 172,766 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 172,766 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 165,483 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 157,035 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 149,288 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 140,471 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 132,104 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 123,150 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 114,774 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 106,145 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 96,878 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 88,182 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Wrangler?

Based on 22,884 MOT tests across 1,547 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
2,631
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 474
position lamp(s) not working 464
Stop lamp not working 396
fog lamp not working 384
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TRJ 222 is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler in Blue with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 80,233 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler-jeep Wrangler fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TRJ 222, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Wrangler typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Wrangler is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TRJ 222 registered?

TRJ 222 is a 1997 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is TRJ 222 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRJ 222 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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