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B4 WST

1985 Jeep CJ7

Blue Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,794 mi
Last recorded127,794 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 1985 Jeep CJ7100,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 WST
MakeJeep
ModelCJ7
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 127,794 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 127,662 miles

slight free play felt in the front most steering joint

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 9 Oct 2013 127,518 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 127,459 miles

Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 127,388 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 127,336 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 127,336 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 126,819 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

air leak from carb vacum pipe

Pass 22 Jun 2009 126,366 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 125,854 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2008 125,835 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 125,524 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight insecurity with battery attachment

Pass 21 Jun 2006 124,753 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 124,244 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 124,232 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Fail 27 Jun 2005 124,232 miles

Nearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

How Reliable is the Jeep CJ7?

Based on 731 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 13
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 12
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B4 WST is a 1985 Jeep CJ7 in Blue with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1985 Jeep CJ7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 100,766 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 CJ7 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B4 WST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep CJ7 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 41 years old, this Jeep CJ7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B4 WST registered?

B4 WST is a 1985 Jeep CJ7, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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The MOT history for B4 WST shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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