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Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited V8

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,701 cc

Y8 TXTMOT history

Y8 TXT is a blue petrol Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited V8 first used on 9 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 49,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
49,353 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 TXT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jeep
Model
Grand Cherokee Limited V8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,701 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
4 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 TXT was last recorded at 49,353 miles on 4 May 2026, 162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,191 miles · 6 Jul 2017
Between the last two tests
162 miles
Average per year
1,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,353 miles
  • 2017 – 49,191 miles
  • 2016 – 47,915 miles
  • 2015 – 47,568 miles
  • 2014 – 47,246 miles
  • 2013 – 45,997 miles
  • 2012 – 43,669 miles
  • 2011 – 39,144 miles
  • 2010 – 34,856 miles
  • 2009 – 29,171 miles
  • 2007 – 27,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,353 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Both aims faint but present

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both front tyres have 3 mm of tread left and wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

13 tests since 18 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,353 miles (+162)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    49,353 miles
    Test number
    182783727584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass49,191 miles (+1,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,191 miles
    Test number
    782747904088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  3. Pass47,915 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,915 miles
    Test number
    930224343297
    • AdvisoryBoth aims faint but present
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have 3 mm of tread left and wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp loose but not insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake just passed 16 % may benefit from some attention

  4. Fail47,900 miles (+332)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,900 miles
    Test number
    302840721629
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases TOP OF MIDDLE SECTION (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush DROPLINK (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush WISHBONE OUTER BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL / FLOOR (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush DROPLINK (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush WISHBONE OUTER BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL / FLOOR (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth aims faint but present
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have 3 mm of tread left and wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp loose but not insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake just passed 16 % may benefit from some attention

  5. Pass47,568 miles (+322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,568 miles
    Test number
    958706925160
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Pass47,246 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,246 miles
    Test number
    288290654493
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail47,246 miles (+1,249)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,246 miles
    Test number
    719630054111
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass45,997 miles (+2,328)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,997 miles
    Test number
    216784333414
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear diff support bracket bushes split

  9. Pass43,669 miles (+4,525)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,669 miles
    Test number
    245515142403
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  10. Pass39,144 miles (+4,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,144 miles
    Test number
    949340141188
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass34,856 miles (+5,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    34,856 miles
    Test number
    841929600122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  12. Pass29,171 miles (+1,417)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,171 miles
    Test number
    590201149157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteProtective covering on rear brake pipes not allowing a proper assesment

  13. Pass27,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    27,754 miles
    Test number
    690709997143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 TXT

Does Y8 TXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 TXT is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 TXT?
The MOT on Y8 TXT is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 TXT done?
Y8 TXT was recorded at 49,353 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2026, an average of 1,149 miles a year.
Has Y8 TXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 TXT has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on Y8 TXT 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 Y8 TXT find?
Y8 TXT passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 8 more.

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