Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee
From 3,529 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Cherokees fare better: 2010 models pass at 65.2% vs 71.2% for 2004.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired and parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 269 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 269 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 159 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 114 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 111 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 101 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 97 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 96 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 86 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 81 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 80 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 63% of Cherokee failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 21% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £238.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2009 | 68.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
| 2008 | 65.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
| 2007 | 72.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
10 earlier years
| 2006 | 70.7% | vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2005 | 69.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
| 2004 | 71.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2003 | 63.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2002 | 68% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2001 | 53.7% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 1999 | 72.5% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer |
| 1998 | 73.6% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 1998 | 70.7% | vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 1997 | 70.5% | a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely to cause sudden deflation of the tyre, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cherokees tested had between 95,996 and 138,166 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 112,487 median miles, the Cherokee has 0.024 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Chrysler-Jeep models
Common questions
What is the Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee MOT pass rate?
The Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee has a 69.2% MOT pass rate based on 3,529 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee?
The most common MOT failure on the Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 269 failures. Other common issues include the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired.
What is the typical mileage of a Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee is 116,538 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 95,996 and 138,166 miles.
Buying a used Cherokee?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 69.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £238 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 63% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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