Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,499 cc

S765 KLJMOT history

S765 KLJ is a green diesel Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee first used on 6 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 245,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
245,522 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S765 KLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Chrysler-Jeep
Model
Cherokee
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S765 KLJ was last recorded at 245,522 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 3,242 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,280 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,242 miles
Average per year
7,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 245,522 miles
  • 2025 – 242,280 miles
  • 2023 – 241,669 miles
  • 2022 – 237,763 miles
  • 2021 – 235,036 miles
  • 2020 – 228,259 miles
  • 2019 – 221,119 miles
  • 2018 – 217,687 miles
  • 2015 – 206,872 miles
  • 2014 – 200,842 miles
  • 2013 – 195,148 miles
  • 2012 – 188,634 miles
  • 2011 – 180,674 miles
  • 2010 – 172,829 miles
  • 2009 – 154,774 miles
  • 2008 – 137,815 miles
  • 2007 – 118,998 miles
  • 2006 – 101,273 miles
  • 2005 – 83,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,522 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2010

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,522 miles (+3,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    245,522 miles
    Test number
    559365646269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass242,280 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    242,280 miles
    Test number
    907728274938
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail242,280 miles (+611)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,280 miles
    Test number
    990884136123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass241,669 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    241,669 miles
    Test number
    751927862357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive DOOR SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail241,669 miles (+3,906)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,669 miles
    Test number
    994407665846
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive DOOR SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass237,763 miles (+2,727)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    237,763 miles
    Test number
    932970943369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass235,036 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    235,036 miles
    Test number
    353363599938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail234,979 miles (+6,720)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,979 miles
    Test number
    214891238356
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass228,259 miles (+7,140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    228,259 miles
    Test number
    648820499565
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass221,119 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    221,119 miles
    Test number
    503438365768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail221,117 miles (+3,430)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,117 miles
    Test number
    455546040560
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass217,687 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    217,687 miles
    Test number
    871789755812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail217,675 miles (+10,803)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,675 miles
    Test number
    421371157153
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass206,872 miles (+6,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    206,872 miles
    Test number
    708571501936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass200,842 miles (+5,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    200,842 miles
    Test number
    287653594218
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass195,148 miles (+6,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    195,148 miles
    Test number
    317493683215
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass188,634 miles (+7,960)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    188,634 miles
    Test number
    826939682272
    • NoteExhaust silencer in poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass180,674 miles (+7,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    180,674 miles
    Test number
    936923281232
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass172,829 miles (+293)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    172,829 miles
    Test number
    121276680250
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering column top bush

  20. Fail172,536 miles (+17,762)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,536 miles
    Test number
    900541280290
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering column top bush

  21. Pass154,774 miles (+16,959)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    154,774 miles
    Test number
    740026489295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass137,815 miles (+18,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    137,815 miles
    Test number
    440451898267
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass118,998 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    118,998 miles
    Test number
    750845677256
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail118,998 miles (+17,725)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,998 miles
    Test number
    970985477219
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass101,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    101,273 miles
    Test number
    294471476259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail101,273 miles (+17,749)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,273 miles
    Test number
    974041976263
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass83,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    83,524 miles
    Test number
    540368275237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail83,524 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,524 miles
    Test number
    283158475254
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearings haveslight end float.

Questions about S765 KLJ

Does S765 KLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S765 KLJ is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S765 KLJ?
The MOT on S765 KLJ is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S765 KLJ done?
S765 KLJ was recorded at 245,522 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 7,958 miles a year.
Has S765 KLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S765 KLJ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S765 KLJ 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 S765 KLJ find?
S765 KLJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis.

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