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Y997 RVY

2001 Jeep Cherokee

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,323 mi
Last recorded135,323 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Jeep Cherokee88,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY997 RVY
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2021 135,323 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2018 127,610 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 127,609 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working BOTH (1.1.C.1d)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 110,436 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 101,651 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 93,231 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 87,068 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 85,116 miles

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

front u'j joints in poor condition

Fail 14 Feb 2013 85,108 miles

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

front u'j joints in poor condition

Pass 27 Jan 2012 83,011 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 79,573 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 74,668 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 71,643 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 65,690 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 53,522 miles

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

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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Y997 RVY is a 2001 Jeep Cherokee in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 88,227 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y997 RVY, 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 25 years old, this Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y997 RVY registered?

Y997 RVY is a 2001 Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 22 May 2001.

Is Y997 RVY safe to buy?

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