Jeep Commander Limited Crd A
From 463 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are 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, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame and spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 35 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 | 35 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 15 |
| 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 | 15 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 14 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 10 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 10 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 10 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 8 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 8 |
| 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 | 8 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 23.3% of Commander Limited Crd A failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 42.9% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £140.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 76.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2006 | 73.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud |
Typical mileage
Half of all Commander Limited Crd As tested had between 104,901 and 149,595 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 127,265 median miles, the Commander Limited Crd A has 0.019 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Jeep models
| Jeep Renegade | 79.4% |
| Jeep Compass | 83.6% |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 85.5% |
| Jeep Cherokee | 80.1% |
| Jeep Wrangler | 84.9% |
Common questions
What is the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A MOT pass rate?
The Jeep Commander Limited Crd A has a 75.6% MOT pass rate based on 463 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A?
The most common MOT failure on the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 35 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A is 127,265 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 104,901 and 149,595 miles.
Buying a used Commander Limited Crd A?
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 75.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £140 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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