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Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 3,960 cc

T747 JKUMOT history

T747 JKU is a grey petrol Jeep Cherokee Limited A first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 131,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
131,843 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T747 JKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jeep
Model
Cherokee Limited A
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T747 JKU was last recorded at 131,843 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,840 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,843 miles
  • 2024 – 130,639 miles
  • 2023 – 129,639 miles
  • 2022 – 128,850 miles
  • 2021 – 128,062 miles
  • 2020 – 127,178 miles
  • 2019 – 125,513 miles
  • 2018 – 123,294 miles
  • 2017 – 121,737 miles
  • 2016 – 119,993 miles
  • 2015 – 116,455 miles
  • 2014 – 109,108 miles
  • 2013 – 101,232 miles
  • 2012 – 95,014 miles
  • 2011 – 90,139 miles
  • 2010 – 84,339 miles
  • 2009 – 75,183 miles
  • 2008 – 72,787 miles
  • 2007 – 70,053 miles
  • 2006 – 66,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,843 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine undercover (felt like material) slightly insecure , unlikely to become fully detached and resting slightly on a number of components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel pipe / return running along inside of Nearside chassis leg corroding at numerous points (marked with chalk

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive dusting of oil around bottom of both engine and gearbox

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread backing laminate stating to de-bond slightly

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH rear wheel bearings

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,843 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    131,843 miles
    Test number
    956937355817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail131,840 miles (+1,201)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,840 miles
    Test number
    631409075038
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass130,639 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    130,639 miles
    Test number
    301159874891
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens cracked. (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cover around fuel filler pipes. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail130,635 miles (+996)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,635 miles
    Test number
    517168120885
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Fuel pipe leaking Near front passenger footwell. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens cracked. (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cover around fuel filler pipes. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass129,639 miles (+42)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,639 miles
    Test number
    747857666886
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both anti roll bar D bushes are worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All four suspension arm bushes are cracked/slightly worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail129,597 miles (+747)11 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,597 miles
    Test number
    868706904529
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Ferrule on differential. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel well near leaf spring. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner body near rear bumper and spring mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill near leaf spring. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Middle sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn panhard rod. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill near leaf spring. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Lower sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive transmission oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front anti roll bar D bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both the front brake ferrules are slightly corroded. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All suspension arm bushes are worn and cracked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass128,850 miles (+43)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,850 miles
    Test number
    394607375730
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear leaf springs are coated in Copper Grease.
    • AdvisoryEngine undercover (felt like material) slightly insecure , unlikely to become fully detached and resting slightly on a number of components
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel pipe / return running along inside of Nearside chassis leg corroding at numerous points (marked with chalk
    • AdvisoryMetal plate protecting fuel filler pipes to tank corroding slightly
    • AdvisoryMost suspension / steering components have a coating of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear lower support arm bushes heavily splitting within material (Marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear lower support arm bushes heavily splitting within material (marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive dusting of oil around bottom of both engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread backing laminate stating to de-bond slightly (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH rear shock absorber lower bushes worn / splitting within material (especially NSR (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySwitch to move drivers seat back and forth intermittently working
  8. Fail128,807 miles (+745)6 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,807 miles
    Test number
    606903685096
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Steering hub lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Steering hub lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Blade splitting on both inner and outer edge (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear leaf springs are coated in Copper Grease.
    • AdvisoryEngine undercover (felt like material) slightly insecure , unlikely to become fully detached and resting slightly on a number of components
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel pipe / return running along inside of Nearside chassis leg corroding at numerous points (marked with chalk
    • AdvisoryMetal plate protecting fuel filler pipes to tank corroding slightly
    • AdvisoryMost suspension / steering components have a coating of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear lower support arm bushes heavily splitting within material (Marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear lower support arm bushes heavily splitting within material (marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive dusting of oil around bottom of both engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread backing laminate stating to de-bond slightly (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH rear shock absorber lower bushes worn / splitting within material (especially NSR (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySwitch to move drivers seat back and forth intermittently working
  9. Pass128,062 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    128,062 miles
    Test number
    976979709157
    • AdvisoryEngine undercover (felt like material) slightly insecure , unlikely to become fully detached and resting slightly on a number of components
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel pipe / return running along inside of Nearside chassis leg corroding at numerous points (marked with chalk
    • AdvisoryMost suspension components have a light coating of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive dusting of oil around bottom of both engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread backing laminate stating to de-bond slightly (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Fail128,061 miles (+883)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,061 miles
    Test number
    869636356514
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine undercover (felt like material) slightly insecure , unlikely to become fully detached and resting slightly on a number of components
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel pipe / return running along inside of Nearside chassis leg corroding at numerous points (marked with chalk
    • AdvisoryMost suspension components have a light coating of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive dusting of oil around bottom of both engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread backing laminate stating to de-bond slightly (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass127,178 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    127,178 miles
    Test number
    704713631826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail127,148 miles (+1,635)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,148 miles
    Test number
    952385124548
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  13. Pass125,513 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    125,513 miles
    Test number
    537974885309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,497 miles (+2,203)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,497 miles
    Test number
    911407828491
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass123,294 miles (+1,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,294 miles
    Test number
    252053138492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  16. Pass121,737 miles (+1,744)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    121,737 miles
    Test number
    380548738644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass119,993 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    119,993 miles
    Test number
    878443612203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail119,984 miles (+3,529)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,984 miles
    Test number
    653706069527
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
  19. Pass116,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    116,455 miles
    Test number
    249161005255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail116,455 miles (+7,347)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,455 miles
    Test number
    526941205277
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
  21. Pass109,108 miles (+7,876)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    109,108 miles
    Test number
    589262204220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass101,232 miles (+6,218)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    101,232 miles
    Test number
    145578593142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,014 miles (+4,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    95,014 miles
    Test number
    308550332218
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
  24. Pass90,139 miles (+5,800)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    90,139 miles
    Test number
    488473991184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,339 miles (+9,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    84,339 miles
    Test number
    632647300296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass75,183 miles (+2,396)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    75,183 miles
    Test number
    463816079127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,787 miles (+2,734)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    72,787 miles
    Test number
    351329588262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass70,053 miles (+3,458)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    70,053 miles
    Test number
    803930197251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass66,595 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    66,595 miles
    Test number
    961611796217
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T747 JKU

Does T747 JKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T747 JKU is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T747 JKU?
The MOT on T747 JKU is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T747 JKU done?
T747 JKU was recorded at 131,843 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 3,405 miles a year.
Has T747 JKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T747 JKU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T747 JKU 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 T747 JKU find?
T747 JKU passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear light lens damaged; oil leak, but not excessive.

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