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R283 FGR

1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

154,899 mi
Last recorded154,899 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee104,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 FGR
MakeChrysler Jeep
ModelCherokee
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 154,899 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 153,925 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 151,741 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 147,562 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 142,030 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 139,283 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 135,898 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 132,253 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 127,026 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 127,018 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 116,734 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 107,453 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee?

Based on 35,554 MOT tests across 3,022 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
3,965
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,638
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,539
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,064
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,050
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R283 FGR is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 104,689 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler Jeep Cherokee fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R283 FGR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Jeep Cherokee typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Chrysler Jeep Cherokee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R283 FGR is a 1997 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, first registered on 12 November 1997.

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