2000 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 542 MOT tests, the 2000 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee recorded a 77.9% pass rate. That is 4.6 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 26.7%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 15.1% of all tests — 4.8 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, component mounting prescribed areas and stop lamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 45 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 11.3% in the 60-90k band and 16.1% in the 150k+ band, a 4.8-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 31.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 21.9% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.1% | 82 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.3% | 56 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.4% | 40 |
| 4 | Suspension | 7.0% | 38 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 4.1% | 22 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.3% | 18 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 45 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 33 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 23 |
| 4 | Service brake imbalance | 20 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 18 |
| 6 | Joints | 16 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 31.4% | 170 |
| 2 | Brakes | 30.1% | 163 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 24.9% | 135 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.4% | 105 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 14.8% | 80 |
| 6 | Tyres | 14.6% | 79 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 97 | 11.3% |
| 90-120k | 189 | 26.5% |
| 120-150k | 159 | 26.4% |
| 150k+ | 62 | 16.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 418 | 19.9% |
| Diesel | 124 | 29.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 151 | 21.9% |
| 2022 | 118 | 24.6% |
| 2023 | 108 | 21.3% |
| 2024 | 89 | 16.9% |
| 2025 | 76 | 26.3% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Cherokee
On a 2000 Cherokee, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (10.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Body, structure & corrosion (7.4% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokees pass their MOT?
77.9% of the 542 2000 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.1% of tests, followed by brakes (10.3%).
Does the 2000 Cherokee get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.3% in the 60-90k band to 16.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 542 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.