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VSL 179

2001 Ford Jeep

Green Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,567 mi
Last recorded24,567 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSL 179
MakeFord
ModelJeep
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 May 2024 24,567 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 24,204 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 24,170 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 24,129 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 24,000 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 23,593 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 23,377 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 22,677 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 22,268 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 21,819 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 20,356 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 15,641 miles

SOME PLAY IN STEERING IDLER SHAFT BUSHES[MOUNTED ON AXLE]

How Reliable is the Ford Jeep?

Based on 1,310 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
84
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16
Headlamp not working on main beam 15
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 11
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VSL 179 is a 2001 Ford Jeep in Green with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Jeep fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSL 179, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 84 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Jeep is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VSL 179 registered?

VSL 179 is a 2001 Ford Jeep, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is VSL 179 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSL 179 shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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