2007 Chrysler-Jeep 300 3.0L Diesel · KP07 WXJ

The vehicle was presented for its most recent MOT on 19 November 2025 and passed, although it carries forward a noteworthy collection of advisories and a minor defect. These include an oil leak described as not excessive, play in the steering rack inner joint, a windscreen that is damaged without adversely affecting the driver's view, and slight play in the nearside rear wheel bearing. Looking at the broader DVSA history, the maintenance trend is one of mild deterioration rather than outright decline. The vehicle has passed three consecutive annual tests since 2022 with each one accumulating a progressively longer advisory list, and the two intervening failures in 2022 and 2023 both related to items that were clearly rectified at the next opportunity. The 2022 failure was the most concerning, featuring a dangerous brake hose leak at the offside front, a fuel system component leak, and a severely reduced headlamp, but the immediate post-repair test passed cleanly, suggesting these were addressed competently. The recorded mileage of 289,886 on a 2007 example equates to an average of roughly 15,257 miles per year over a 19-year life, which sits comfortably above the national average for a vehicle of this age and points to genuine high usage rather than long periods of standing. The MOT history does not flag any specific mileage inconsistencies, and the gap between tests suggests consistent annual accumulation in the region of 10,000 to 15,000 miles, with a particularly heavy year appearing between the 2022 and 2023 tests. High annual mileage of this nature accelerates wear on suspension components, brake friction material, drivetrain flex joints, engine seals, and cooling system hoses, all of which is consistent with the recurring advisories on propshaft universal joints, anti-roll bar linkages, and rear upper suspension arms seen across the records. Given the recurring steering and suspension advisories, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the front and rear suspension on a test drive. The persistent advisories on rear upper suspension arm pins and bushes, alongside the more recent steering rack inner joint play and nearside rear wheel bearing play, mean that clonks, knocks, or vague steering response over uneven surfaces should be taken seriously. Listen for any knocking from the rear under load, particularly on acceleration, which would also confirm that the perished rear propshaft universal joint flagged repeatedly since 2023 has not been replaced. The brake pedal should be firm with no sponginess, given the dangerous brake hose failure in 2022, and a visual inspection underneath should confirm the hoses are sound and free of any seepage at the unions. The front brake pads were noted as wearing thin in 2023 and have covered further mileage since, so disc and pad thickness should be physically measured and the discs checked for lipping or scoring. At nearly 20 years of age and with approaching 290,000 miles covered, the buyer should also consider items that MOT testing does not cover but which are critical at this mileage and calendar age. The oil leak advisories warrant a thorough under-bonnet inspection and a check of the underside for fresh drips, as even a non-excessive leak will worsen over time and may indicate failing cam or crankshaft seals. Coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid should be assessed for condition and replacement history, as these degrade by calendar age regardless of mileage. Tyres fitted to such a high-mileage vehicle will likely have been replaced many times, but check the sidewalls for cracking or perishing and ensure none are of significant age, particularly as one nearside front tyre was deeply cut in 2023. The 12 volt battery, spark plugs, drive belts, and the condition of the timing chain or belt replacement history should all be verified, and a compression or leak-down test on the engine would be prudent given the cumulative wear. Finally, confirm a complete service history and inspect the condition of the undertrays, which were noted as fitted on the 2024 test and may be concealing leaks or component wear from view.