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Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 3,960 cc

R686 DNJMOT history

R686 DNJ is a blue diesel Jeep Cherokee Limited A first used on 13 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 33 MOT tests, with 111,871 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2025
Mileage
111,871 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2024
MOT tests
33
17 passed · 16 failed
Per year
3,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 DNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jeep
Model
Cherokee Limited A
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
13 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 DNJ was last recorded at 111,871 miles on 2 Apr 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,871 miles · 5 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,871 miles
  • 2022 – 103,310 miles
  • 2021 – 102,638 miles
  • 2020 – 100,954 miles
  • 2019 – 97,214 miles
  • 2018 – 91,735 miles
  • 2017 – 91,677 miles
  • 2015 – 87,745 miles
  • 2013 – 85,177 miles
  • 2012 – 79,054 miles
  • 2011 – 76,482 miles
  • 2010 – 71,783 miles
  • 2009 – 66,007 miles
  • 2008 – 63,308 miles
  • 2007 – 61,338 miles
  • 2006 – 59,193 miles
  • 2005 – 53,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,871 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear seats removed at time of test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

33 tests since 15 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    111,871 miles
    Test number
    614175269816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail111,871 miles (+8,561)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,871 miles
    Test number
    420343905468
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  3. Pass103,310 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,310 miles
    Test number
    589032987463
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail103,310 miles (+672)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,310 miles
    Test number
    921988658538
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass102,638 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    102,638 miles
    Test number
    180003638421
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer layer corroded
    • AdvisoryExtensive repairs made to sills
    • AdvisorySteering damper damp
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion too underside

  6. Fail102,638 miles (+16)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,638 miles
    Test number
    600688375696
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dips to right (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer layer corroded
    • AdvisoryExtensive repairs made to sills
    • AdvisorySteering damper damp
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion too underside

  7. Fail102,622 miles (+1,668)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,622 miles
    Test number
    905028578550
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass100,954 miles (+2)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,954 miles
    Test number
    387717904332
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail100,952 miles (+3,738)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,952 miles
    Test number
    514510798969
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass97,214 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    97,214 miles
    Test number
    177644551215
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light cluster damaged

  11. Fail97,213 miles (+5,478)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,213 miles
    Test number
    240254080719
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light cluster damaged

  12. Pass91,735 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    91,735 miles
    Test number
    828431065898
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test

  13. Fail91,677 miles (+1,526)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,677 miles
    Test number
    751375952132
    • FailureFuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test

  14. Pass90,151 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    90,151 miles
    Test number
    989444424581
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test

  15. Fail90,134 miles (+2,389)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,134 miles
    Test number
    149502659131
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test

  16. Pass87,745 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,745 miles
    Test number
    847200515264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail87,728 miles (+2,551)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,728 miles
    Test number
    355205905422
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass85,177 miles (+6,123)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,177 miles
    Test number
    388126873235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,054 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,054 miles
    Test number
    499066452223
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteRear seat removed at time of test

  20. Fail79,023 miles (+2,541)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,023 miles
    Test number
    299676252262
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteRear seat removed at time of test

  21. Pass76,482 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,482 miles
    Test number
    306476751463
    • NoteRear seats removed at time of test

  22. Fail76,462 miles (+4,679)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,462 miles
    Test number
    405085651275
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass71,783 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,783 miles
    Test number
    460405020241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear seats not fitted at time of test

  24. Fail71,746 miles (+5,739)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,746 miles
    Test number
    100115720285
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass66,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    66,007 miles
    Test number
    351162019488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,007 miles (+2,699)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,007 miles
    Test number
    770308109296
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass63,308 miles (+1,970)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    63,308 miles
    Test number
    241846398120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass61,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    61,338 miles
    Test number
    841035187137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail61,338 miles (+2,145)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,338 miles
    Test number
    601923887141
    • DangerousOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Fail59,193 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,193 miles
    Test number
    213289696413
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass59,193 miles (+5,581)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    59,193 miles
    Test number
    850039496107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass53,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    53,612 miles
    Test number
    280876195152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail53,612 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,612 miles
    Test number
    123686095152
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R686 DNJ

Does R686 DNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R686 DNJ expired on 1 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R686 DNJ?
The MOT on R686 DNJ expired on 1 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R686 DNJ done?
R686 DNJ was recorded at 111,871 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2024, an average of 3,113 miles a year.
Has R686 DNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 DNJ has failed 16 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on R686 DNJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R686 DNJ find?
R686 DNJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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