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VN55 SGV

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Auto

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

61,558 mi
Last recorded61,558 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Auto81,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN55 SGV
MakeJeep
ModelGrand Cherokee Crd Auto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2015 61,558 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2015 61,474 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 49,551 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs rusty/corroded

front under tray insecure

n/s/r tyre worn uneven

Fail 30 Sep 2013 49,551 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs rusty/corroded

n/s/r tyre worn uneven

Pass 29 Mar 2012 40,425 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 39,012 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2011 39,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 31,709 miles

both rear tyres worn to 2.5mm 245/65/17

front brake disc inner surfaces badly corroded and pads appear well worn

Pass 25 Sep 2009 23,012 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 19,270 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Auto?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 246 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
6,498
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 92
Registration plate lamp not working 74
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 67
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 62
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
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VN55 SGV is a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Auto in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 81,693 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 Grand Cherokee Crd Auto fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN55 SGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VN55 SGV is a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Auto, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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