2007 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited 2.8L Diesel · V8 JKU
2007 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited (2.8L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2007. Recorded mileage 136,834 miles. MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- JEEP WRANGLER SPORT UNLIMITED
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,834 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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V8 JKU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2026
- 136,834 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V8 JKU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited (V8 JKU) between November 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached front bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged clip missing on joint to brake hose (1.1.11 (d) (ii))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
V8 JKU Mileage History
- 18/11/2023132,684 mi
- 05/08/2025134,053 mi+1,369 mi
- 28/08/2025134,080 mi+27 mi
- 28/08/2025134,080 mi
- 06/08/2026136,834 mi+2,754 mi
Average of roughly 1,528 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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