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V856 EWP

1999 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

104,716 mi
Last recorded104,716 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto97,733 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV856 EWP
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Classic Auto
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 104,716 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Slight blow on exhaust joint

Spare tyre defective

Fail 21 May 2026 104,716 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Slight blow on exhaust joint

Spare tyre defective

Pass 1 May 2025 103,467 miles

Nearside Rear tail lamp slightly damaged.

O/S/F bump stop insecure.

rear exhaust box deteriorated.

Fail 29 Apr 2025 103,467 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear tail lamp slightly damaged.

O/S/F bump stop insecure.

rear exhaust box deteriorated.

Pass 28 Mar 2024 100,624 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 98,657 miles

Exhaust System Rusty

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 94,790 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Steering arm box section corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2021 92,632 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 91,142 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 89,184 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jul 2018 89,182 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 86,753 miles

Engine oil leak from oil filter area

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 80,164 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 77,682 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 71,996 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 71,996 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 68,882 miles

front brake discs scored

offside rear leaf spring holding clamp broken

Pass 6 Aug 2010 63,902 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 57,741 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 54,783 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 54,766 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 50,693 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto?

Based on 4,902 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
4,039
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 104
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 86
Headlamp aim too low 79
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V856 EWP is a 1999 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1999 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 97,733 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V856 EWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was V856 EWP registered?

V856 EWP is a 1999 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto, first registered on 3 December 1999.

Is V856 EWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V856 EWP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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