2004 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L Petrol · NE04 FEM

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent test in November 2025 with 149,391 miles. The maintenance history shows a clear improving trend following a period of significant neglect in late 2024. While the vehicle suffered through multiple failures due to accumulated mechanical and electrical defs, the subsequent clean pass in November 2025 indicates that the current owner has addressed the critical safety and equipment items previously flagged by the tester. At 22 years old, the recorded 149,391 miles represent an average usage of approximately 6,800 miles per year, which is consistent with a low-mileage older vehicle. However, the data reveals a spike in activity between October 2023 and November 2024, where the vehicle covered 6,306 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid accumulation likely correlates with the exhaustive list of failures recorded in October 2024, suggesting the vehicle was used heavily or that components reached their service limits simultaneously after a period of lower use. A prospective buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension and steering geometry, as the October 2024 failure revealed widespread wear across ball joints, shock absorber bushes, and anti-roll bar linkages. Although these were reportedly repaired, the sheer volume of simultaneous component failures suggests the entire suspension assembly may be under significant stress. The buyer should also monitor the persistent front and rear oil leaks noted in 2024; while the tester did not classify them as excessive at the time, they indicate aging seals or gaskets that are likely to worsen over time. Electrical systems require close attention, specifically the hazard warning switch, horn, and all exterior indicators which were points of failure in late 2024. The SRS warning lamp fault recorded during that same period must be verified to ensure the fault was properly rectified rather than merely cleared. Given the age of the Jeep and the history of mechanical wear, a physical check for corrosion on the chassis and exhaust mounting points is essential, as these areas often compromise the long-term structural integrity of vehicles of this era.