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BN53 PDX

2003 Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee

Black Petrol 4701cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

133,235 mi
Last recorded133,235 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee71,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 PDX
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelGrand Cherokee
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,701cc
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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 133,235 miles

Nearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 130,939 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 126,717 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 122,429 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 119,875 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 115,485 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front brake flexible hoses have slight corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Slight oil leak from right rear axle

Pass 10 Mar 2020 112,678 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 108,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Rear Hub seal leaking

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle stabiliser (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 105,699 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 102,404 miles

Offside front lower axle tie bar front bush casing corroded away

Pass 10 May 2016 95,403 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 91,354 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 91,354 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 85,040 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 79,198 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 7,123 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 68,007 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 63,649 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 55,119 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 46,915 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 39,745 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 31,401 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Based on 2,548 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
4,532
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 62
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
constant velocity joint gaiter split 55
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BN53 PDX is a 2003 Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee in Black with a 4,701cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2003 Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 71,976 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN53 PDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BN53 PDX registered?

BN53 PDX is a 2003 Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is BN53 PDX safe to buy?

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