1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee LTD Auto 4.0L Petrol · J33 PBA

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT status following a pass on 09 January 2026 at 186,351 miles. The recent maintenance history shows a period of instability followed by a resolution, characterized by three consecutive failures between October 2024 and November 2025. While the most recent test returned a clean sheet with no defects, the previous failures suggest the vehicle recently struggled with specific compliance issues that required immediate attention to regain roadworthiness. The trend is moving from erratic to stable. At 186,351 miles over 29 years, the Jeep has averaged approximately 6,426 miles per year. This rate of use is consistent with typical mileage for a vehicle of this age. The data reveals a significant cluster of activity between 08 October 2024 and 06 November 2025, where the vehicle covered only 11 miles across three separate tests. This pattern of minimal movement suggests the car was either stationary or undergoing extensive repairs during that thirteen-month period, which can often lead to flatotted tyres, perished seals, or brake corrosion despite the eventual MOT pass. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components. Given the age and high mileage of this Grand Cherokee, deep corrosion on the chassis rails, subframes, and mounting points is a primary concern. The record shows multiple failures without specific defect descriptions in the summary, necessitating a check for worn bushes, sagging coil springs, and leaks that may have caused the previous failures. Focus on the braking system for fluid leaks and binding calipers, as the period of apparent disuse often masks unaddressed mechanical neglect.