Jeep common problems and MOT failures
From 124,665 MOT tests in 2024, 20.8% of Jeep vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Jeep MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | suspension pin, bush or joint worn | 4,307 |
| 2 | tyre tread depth outside legal limits | 2,552 |
| 3 | lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2,201 |
| 4 | steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1,886 |
| 5 | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 1,728 |
| 6 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 1,672 |
| 7 | brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 1,368 |
| 8 | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 1,298 |
| 9 | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 1,182 |
| 10 | tyre seriously damaged | 1,167 |
What this means if you're buying a Jeep
The single most common MOT failure for Jeep is suspension pin, bush or joint worn, accounting for 22% of all failure items. Suspension repairs typically cost £150–£400 depending on the component.
These figures are from real MOT inspections. They show what testers actually find wrong with Jeep vehicles. If you're viewing a used Jeep, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Jeep models by MOT pass rate
Lowest pass rates first. These models have the most testable issues.
| Model | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Patriot Sport | 323 | 59.1% |
| Patriot Sport Crd | 748 | 59.8% |
| Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited | 266 | 60.9% |
| Patriot | 274 | 63.1% |
| Compass Sport Plus Crd 4X2 | 316 | 63.9% |
| Compass Limited Crd | 1,064 | 64.4% |
| Cherokee Limited Crd | 608 | 65.1% |
| Cherokee Limited V6 Auto | 414 | 65.5% |
| Patriot Limited Crd | 820 | 65.6% |
| Cherokee Crd Sport Auto | 534 | 65.9% |
| Wrangler 4.0 Sport | 314 | 65.9% |
| Wrangler Sahara | 300 | 66% |
| Cherokee Crd Sport | 405 | 66.2% |
| Wrangler Sport | 366 | 66.7% |
| Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto | 366 | 66.7% |
Buying a specific Jeep? Check the individual vehicle's MOT history for free on GOV.UK to see its actual test results, advisories, and mileage readings.
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