Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 3,960 cc

T971 OAYMOT history

T971 OAY is a purple petrol Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 114,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2025
Mileage
114,315 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T971 OAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Chrysler-Jeep
Model
Grand Cherokee
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T971 OAY was last recorded at 114,315 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 90 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,225 miles · 8 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
90 miles
Average per year
2,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,315 miles
  • 2024 – 114,225 miles
  • 2023 – 113,474 miles
  • 2022 – 110,598 miles
  • 2021 – 109,724 miles
  • 2019 – 109,120 miles
  • 2018 – 108,910 miles
  • 2017 – 108,215 miles
  • 2016 – 107,556 miles
  • 2015 – 105,562 miles
  • 2014 – 104,251 miles
  • 2013 – 102,818 miles
  • 2012 – 99,122 miles
  • 2011 – 92,448 miles
  • 2010 – 86,521 miles
  • 2009 – 79,931 miles
  • 2008 – 72,227 miles
  • 2007 – 65,872 miles
  • 2006 – 58,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,315 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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 Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,315 miles (+90)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,315 miles
    Test number
    669710471801
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass114,225 miles (+751)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    114,225 miles
    Test number
    232368879170
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass113,474 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    113,474 miles
    Test number
    708534847732
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail113,474 miles (+2,876)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,474 miles
    Test number
    704372815092
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass110,598 miles (+874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,598 miles
    Test number
    631597996483
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass109,724 miles (+18)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    109,724 miles
    Test number
    580999010827
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail109,706 miles (+586)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,706 miles
    Test number
    345094299498
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass109,120 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,120 miles
    Test number
    414004442270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,910 miles (+695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,910 miles
    Test number
    636633011892
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL UNDER BODY CORROSION
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass108,215 miles (+659)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    108,215 miles
    Test number
    934035802824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,556 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    107,556 miles
    Test number
    961620251868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,562 miles (+1,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,562 miles
    Test number
    936259558778
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass104,251 miles (+1,433)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    104,251 miles
    Test number
    866300894299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,818 miles (+3,696)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,818 miles
    Test number
    438902483283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass99,122 miles (+6,674)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    99,122 miles
    Test number
    735437182262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,448 miles (+5,927)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    92,448 miles
    Test number
    489655581249
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass86,521 miles (+6,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    86,521 miles
    Test number
    333461580452
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass79,931 miles (+7,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,931 miles
    Test number
    994256889299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass72,227 miles (+6,355)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    72,227 miles
    Test number
    331828788468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,872 miles (+7,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    65,872 miles
    Test number
    301189597425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass58,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,379 miles
    Test number
    192663896257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T971 OAY

Does T971 OAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T971 OAY expired on 10 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T971 OAY?
The MOT on T971 OAY expired on 10 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T971 OAY done?
T971 OAY was recorded at 114,315 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 2,902 miles a year.
Has T971 OAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T971 OAY has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T971 OAY 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 T971 OAY find?
T971 OAY failed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; offside front service brake excessively binding; offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 5 more.

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