Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 3,960 cc

V649 JKJMOT history

V649 JKJ is a purple petrol Chrysler Jeep Cherokee first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 147,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
147,589 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V649 JKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Chrysler Jeep
Model
Cherokee
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V649 JKJ was last recorded at 147,589 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 1,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,765 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,824 miles
Average per year
4,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,589 miles
  • 2025 – 145,765 miles
  • 2024 – 142,841 miles
  • 2023 – 138,842 miles
  • 2022 – 136,213 miles
  • 2021 – 133,417 miles
  • 2020 – 131,150 miles
  • 2019 – 127,144 miles
  • 2018 – 122,697 miles
  • 2017 – 116,447 miles
  • 2016 – 112,523 miles
  • 2015 – 111,590 miles
  • 2014 – 110,081 miles
  • 2013 – 101,730 miles
  • 2012 – 91,581 miles
  • 2010 – 79,290 miles
  • 2009 – 73,847 miles
  • 2008 – 68,893 miles
  • 2007 – 63,486 miles
  • 2006 – 56,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,589 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,589 miles (+1,824)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    147,589 miles
    Test number
    519465995528
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,765 miles (+2,924)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    145,765 miles
    Test number
    895717769405
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Mounting Clamp Broken. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,841 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    142,841 miles
    Test number
    211776263016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail142,841 miles (+3,999)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,841 miles
    Test number
    299897209557
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Inner pad below limit. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Leaf spring mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,842 miles (+2,629)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    138,842 miles
    Test number
    352494930375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake back plate is damp.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Also parking brake only just met requirements. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,213 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    136,213 miles
    Test number
    796288159168
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle/rear pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Rear to front pipe.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake back plate is damp.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Also parking brake only just met requirements. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail136,213 miles (+2,796)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,213 miles
    Test number
    960760855972
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Very little effort when operated. (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle/rear pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Rear to front pipe.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake back plate is damp.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass133,417 miles (+2,267)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    133,417 miles
    Test number
    887930529964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,150 miles (+1,463)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    131,150 miles
    Test number
    868637026970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass129,687 miles (+2,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,687 miles
    Test number
    179761826780
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass127,144 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    127,144 miles
    Test number
    377874955243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail126,910 miles (+4,213)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,910 miles
    Test number
    253068741635
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play panard rod ball joint & bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes/breather pipes are corroding
    • AdvisoryMoisture at nearside rear hub

  13. Pass122,697 miles (+6,250)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,697 miles
    Test number
    236833310351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,447 miles (+3,924)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    116,447 miles
    Test number
    464667944880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass112,523 miles (+107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,523 miles
    Test number
    233150823997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail112,416 miles (+826)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,416 miles
    Test number
    917697059858
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

  17. Pass111,590 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    111,590 miles
    Test number
    258766855145
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings or diff roughness detected when rotated

  18. Fail111,590 miles (+1,509)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,590 miles
    Test number
    535269745129
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings or diff roughness detected when rotated

  19. Pass110,081 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    110,081 miles
    Test number
    395267794028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • Note7 pin tow bar fitted.
    • NoteExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated.
    • NoteFront axle U.J`s worn.
    • NoteSide steps weak.
    • NoteExhaust rear hangers broken but supported as required.

  20. Fail110,081 miles (+8,351)2 repaired5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,081 miles
    Test number
    868717194009
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • Note7 pin tow bar fitted.
    • NoteExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated.
    • NoteFront axle U.J`s worn.
    • NoteSide steps weak.
    • NoteExhaust rear hangers broken but supported as required.

  21. Pass101,730 miles (+4)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,730 miles
    Test number
    845129193002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront differential leaking oil
    • NoteMetal fuel pipr corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perished

  22. Fail101,726 miles (+10,145)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,726 miles
    Test number
    267464693043
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront differential leaking oil
    • NoteMetal fuel pipr corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perished

  23. Pass91,581 miles (+12,291)15 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    91,581 miles
    Test number
    846054392087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished
    • NoteTow bar fitted

  24. Pass79,290 miles (+5,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    79,290 miles
    Test number
    874621130271
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass73,847 miles (+4,954)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    73,847 miles
    Test number
    352282659279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front and nearside rear tyres perished on inner edges

  26. Pass68,893 miles (+5,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    68,893 miles
    Test number
    220685578254
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass63,486 miles (+6,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    63,486 miles
    Test number
    324295257498
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass56,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,635 miles
    Test number
    182515056298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V649 JKJ

Does V649 JKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V649 JKJ is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on V649 JKJ?
The MOT on V649 JKJ is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V649 JKJ done?
V649 JKJ was recorded at 147,589 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 4,528 miles a year.
Has V649 JKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V649 JKJ has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V649 JKJ 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 V649 JKJ find?
V649 JKJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement.; offside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn upper and lower ball joints have slight play/movement., and 1 more.

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