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VN57 JOU

2007 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler

Red Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

138,361 mi
Last recorded138,361 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler57,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN57 JOU
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelWrangler
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 138,361 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/60/R18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 135,659 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 133,146 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 126,427 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre measuring at 3.6mm

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 126,427 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre measuring at 3.6mm

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 118,598 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 118,598 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 109,426 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2020 109,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 101,677 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 93,414 miles

Offside Front marker lamp not working

Fail 14 Aug 2018 93,414 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front marker lamp not working

Pass 14 Aug 2017 82,536 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 70,695 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 59,600 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 54,449 miles

o/s/front drive shaft universal joint worn.

Pass 24 Oct 2013 48,183 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 43,592 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 43,592 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 38,690 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 38,679 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

small cut in n/s/r tyre. not to cords

Pass 28 Oct 2010 33,670 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 33,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VN57 JOU is a 2007 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler in Red with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2007 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 57,590 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 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN57 JOU, 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 19 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Wrangler is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN57 JOU registered?

VN57 JOU is a 2007 Chrysler-jeep Wrangler, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is VN57 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN57 JOU shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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