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Y476 YVV

2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto

Green Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

155,490 mi
Last recorded155,490 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto80,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY476 YVV
MakeJeep
ModelCherokee Classic Auto
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc
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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 155,490 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak of engine

Fail 10 Feb 2025 155,490 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak of engine

Pass 25 Jan 2024 153,299 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 150,920 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

UNDERBODY AND COMPONENTS DRY FLAKEY CORRSION

Pass 20 Jan 2022 148,379 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT/ REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

UNDERBODY AND COMPONENTS COVERED IN DRY FLAKEY RUST

Pass 19 Jan 2021 145,925 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 144,205 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 139,871 miles

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

STEERING DAMPER SLIGHT LEAK

Pass 20 Jan 2018 135,321 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 128,322 miles

advise all brakepipes covered in cover springs

Pass 3 Feb 2016 119,364 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 112,878 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 112,878 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 110,354 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 110,354 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 108,796 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 104,803 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 104,795 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 103,019 miles

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

engine managment light on

Fail 26 Jan 2011 103,019 miles

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

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

engine managment light on

Pass 28 Jan 2010 92,033 miles

EML illuminated

front brake discs worn

Pass 22 Jan 2009 78,523 miles

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

Nearside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

engine management light on

Fail 22 Jan 2009 78,523 miles

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

Nearside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

engine management light on

Pass 10 Jan 2008 65,391 miles

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

coolant leak (possible header tank hose)

nearside bonnet catch does not secure correctly

Pass 17 Jan 2007 55,678 miles

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

engine management light illuminated

Pass 9 Jan 2006 45,623 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto?

Based on 4,902 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
4,039
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 104
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 86
Headlamp aim too low 79
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Y476 YVV is a 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto in Green with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 80,300 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 Cherokee Classic Auto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y476 YVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y476 YVV is a 2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic Auto, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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