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TH05 REN

2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimit A

Black Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

123,330 mi
Last recorded123,330 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimit A70,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTH05 REN
MakeJeep
ModelWrangler Sahara Unlimit A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 123,330 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 123,326 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Excessive up and down movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Excessive up and down movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Excessive up and down movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Excessive up and down movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Intermittently illuminating (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

*Emissions test not carried out due too excessive smoke*

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play Notable up and down movement, may be characteristic of vehicle (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play Notable up and down movement, may be characteristic of vehicle (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 115,194 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

Pass 12 Sep 2022 105,187 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre edge ()

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 105,186 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear ( spacing) (0.1 (d))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre edge ()

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 96,747 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 92,787 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 85,917 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 82,984 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 79,524 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 76,192 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 67,045 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 67,045 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 56,299 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 47,707 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 47,707 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 38,121 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 38,121 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 30,154 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimit A?

Based on 2,878 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
5,856
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 141
Registration plate lamp not working 82
Side repeater not working 64
Headlamp aim too high 63
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
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TH05 REN is a 2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimit A in Black with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimit A models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 70,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimit A fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TH05 REN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimit A typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimit A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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TH05 REN is a 2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimit A, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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