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VX54 VTJ

2004 Jeep Cherokee

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

131,260 mi
Last recorded131,260 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Jeep Cherokee79,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 VTJ
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 131,260 miles

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

advise tracking.

oil around rear prop.

Pass 19 Jul 2013 120,052 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

oil staines around rear prop seal.

Pass 23 Jul 2012 108,786 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 108,786 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake operation is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 97,715 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre perished

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Jul 2010 81,221 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 81,183 miles

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

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 13 May 2009 58,785 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 34,492 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 34,491 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee?

Based on 73,214 MOT tests across 7,811 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
6,765
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,811
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 569
Brake pipe excessively corroded 405
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 386
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 329
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VX54 VTJ is a 2004 Jeep Cherokee in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 79,615 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 Cherokee fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX54 VTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX54 VTJ registered?

VX54 VTJ is a 2004 Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is VX54 VTJ safe to buy?

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