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YSY 309

1997 Willys Jeep

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,944 mi
Last recorded20,944 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Willys Jeep12,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSY 309
MakeWillys
ModelJeep
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2010 20,944 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 20,797 miles

nearside rear differential seal leaking

oil leaking around transfer box

both front swivel joints slighty damp

hand brake performance on limit

Pass 2 Oct 2006 20,537 miles

Both front wheel bearings slightly noisy

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front tyre cracked on inner sidewall

Fail 28 Sep 2006 20,528 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f) DANGEROUS

Both front wheel bearings slightliy noisy

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front tyre cracked on inner sidewall

Pass 30 Sep 2005 20,507 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 20,507 miles

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

Pre 1950 headlamp aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.6.A1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Willys Jeep?

Based on 2,990 MOT tests across 494 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
226
Miles/Year
84
Year Lifespan
494
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 58
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
position lamp(s) not working 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
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YSY 309 is a 1997 Willys Jeep in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Willys Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 12,416 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 Willys Jeep fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YSY 309, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Willys Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 84 years. At 29 years old, this Willys Jeep is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YSY 309 registered?

YSY 309 is a 1997 Willys Jeep, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is YSY 309 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSY 309 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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