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Jeep Wrangler 2.5

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 2,464 cc

603 UTJMOT history

603 UTJ is a blue petrol Jeep Wrangler 2.5 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 61,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
61,140 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
603 UTJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jeep
Model
Wrangler 2.5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,464 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

603 UTJ was last recorded at 61,140 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 347 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Oct 2010: 27,742 miles, lower than 59,188 miles on 30 Oct 2009.
  • 24 Apr 2013: 46,664 miles, lower than 67,590 miles on 14 May 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
60,793 miles · 10 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
347 miles
Average per year
1,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,140 miles
  • 2024 – 60,793 miles
  • 2023 – 60,597 miles
  • 2022 – 60,184 miles
  • 2021 – 56,679 miles
  • 2020 – 56,676 miles
  • 2019 – 56,443 miles
  • 2017 – 54,941 miles
  • 2016 – 54,920 miles
  • 2015 – 53,110 miles
  • 2014 – 50,232 miles
  • 2013 – 46,666 miles
  • 2012 – 67,590 miles
  • 2010 – 66,885 miles
  • 2009 – 59,188 miles
  • 2008 – 48,677 miles
  • 2007 – 45,691 miles
  • 2006 – 37,753 miles
  • 2005 – 36,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,140 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,140 miles (+347)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    61,140 miles
    Test number
    513695257830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass60,793 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    60,793 miles
    Test number
    283245228606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass60,597 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    60,597 miles
    Test number
    554281742372
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield very corroded
    • AdvisoryLong parking brake lever travel and very low recorded efforts, just sufficient to pass test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed and release mechanism slightly stiff (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVery low rear service brake recorded efforts, only just passed test on overall percentage effort.

  4. Fail60,597 miles (+413)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,597 miles
    Test number
    821996343698
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield very corroded
    • AdvisoryLong parking brake lever travel and very low recorded efforts, just sufficient to pass test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed and release mechanism slightly stiff (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVery low rear service brake recorded efforts, only just passed test on overall percentage effort.

  5. Pass60,184 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    60,184 miles
    Test number
    121196738486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering pipe (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail60,184 miles (+3,505)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,184 miles
    Test number
    383047993334
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades split

  7. Pass56,679 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,679 miles
    Test number
    486471292584
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe rusty

  8. Fail56,678 miles (+2)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,678 miles
    Test number
    349050271146
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe rusty

  9. Fail56,676 miles (+233)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,676 miles
    Test number
    245116343133
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits emissions lambda reading outside limits exhaust has leak on the joint for center section (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  10. Pass56,443 miles (+1,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    56,443 miles
    Test number
    767152554640
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both near wheel cylinders (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside of vehicle

  11. Pass54,941 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    54,941 miles
    Test number
    887998918715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth side bars are corroded

  12. Fail54,940 miles (+20)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,940 miles
    Test number
    206837968199
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth side bars are corroded

  13. Fail54,920 miles (+1,810)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,920 miles
    Test number
    205124793054
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTiming chain severely rattling

  14. Pass53,110 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,110 miles
    Test number
    356112545187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,106 miles (+2,874)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,106 miles
    Test number
    856854135184
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Fail50,232 miles2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,232 miles
    Test number
    279487504439
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDrivers seat belt badly frayed
    • NoteLeak from steering box
    • NoteLeak from steering damper

  17. Pass50,232 miles (+3,566)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,232 miles
    Test number
    356177304138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDrivers seat belt badly frayed
    • NoteLeak from steering box
    • NoteLeak from steering damper

  18. Pass46,666 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,666 miles
    Test number
    356385113160
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail46,664 miles (-20,926)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,664 miles
    Test number
    327904913178
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass67,590 miles (+705)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    67,590 miles
    Test number
    357015632127
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to rust
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low

  21. Pass66,885 miles (+182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    66,885 miles
    Test number
    570174210364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail66,703 miles3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,703 miles
    Test number
    450212700454
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust mount broken

  23. Fail27,742 miles (-31,446)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,742 miles
    Test number
    934922200386
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  24. Pass59,188 miles (+10,511)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,188 miles
    Test number
    342243809313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,677 miles (+2,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,677 miles
    Test number
    822465528253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass45,691 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,691 miles
    Test number
    660324907247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,675 miles (+7,922)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,675 miles
    Test number
    284177197134
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass37,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    37,753 miles
    Test number
    393221406268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail37,753 miles (+1,490)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,753 miles
    Test number
    940508396138
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs corroded on inner surface

  30. Pass36,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    36,263 miles
    Test number
    624337195273
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about 603 UTJ

What vehicle is registration 603 UTJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 603 UTJ on a blue petrol Jeep Wrangler 2.5 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 603 UTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 603 UTJ is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 603 UTJ?
The MOT on 603 UTJ is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 603 UTJ done?
603 UTJ was recorded at 61,140 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 1,216 miles a year.
Has 603 UTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 603 UTJ has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on 603 UTJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 29 Oct 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 603 UTJ find?
603 UTJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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