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X278 DYB

2001 Chrysler Jeep

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

50,967 mi
Last recorded50,967 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Chrysler Jeep78,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX278 DYB
MakeChrysler
ModelJeep
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 50,967 miles

general under body corrosion

Fail 6 Sep 2016 50,728 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly only shows one side working (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

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

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

bad engine/gearbox oil leaks

Pass 10 Sep 2015 48,769 miles

belt tensioner noisy

Fail 5 Sep 2015 48,740 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

belt tensioner noisy

Pass 16 Aug 2014 44,530 miles

minor lift nearside front ball joints

oil leak

steering damper leaking

tyres badly splitting

tyres on offside worn to limit

Fail 16 Aug 2014 44,524 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

minor lift nearside front ball joints

oil leak

steering damper leaking

tyres badly splitting

tyres on offside worn to limit

Fail 24 Aug 2013 42,896 miles

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

oil leak

play offside anti roll d bush

Pass 24 Aug 2013 42,896 miles

oil leak

play offside anti roll d bush

Fail 18 Apr 2012 42,878 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2011 43,130 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 39,726 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 28,799 miles

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 28,799 miles

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

air bag warning lamp staying on

Pass 10 Feb 2006 25,170 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Chrysler Jeep?

Based on 2,018 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
3,877
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 87
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 35
fog lamp not working 33
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X278 DYB is a 2001 Chrysler Jeep in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Chrysler Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 78,430 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 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X278 DYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Chrysler Jeep is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X278 DYB registered?

X278 DYB is a 2001 Chrysler Jeep, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X278 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X278 DYB shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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