2008 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 585 MOT tests analysed for the 2008 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 73.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (75.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.4% | 84 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.3% | 72 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.0% | 70 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.0% | 29 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.3% | 25 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.9% | 23 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball joint | 44 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 37 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 31 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 24 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 22 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 18 |
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 | 39.7% | 232 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.0% | 158 |
| 3 | Tyres | 17.4% | 102 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.2% | 95 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 15.0% | 88 |
| 6 | Other defects | 12.3% | 72 |
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 | 113 | 26.6% |
| 90-120k | 196 | 26.5% |
| 120-150k | 170 | 31.2% |
| 150k+ | 75 | 21.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 143 | 25.9% |
| 2022 | 128 | 27.3% |
| 2023 | 125 | 28.0% |
| 2024 | 98 | 23.5% |
| 2025 | 91 | 29.7% |
What to check before buying a 2008 Cherokee
Before buying a 2008 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 14.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (14.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (12.0% 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.
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 2008 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokees pass their MOT?
73.2% of the 585 2008 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.4% of tests, followed by suspension (12.3%).
Does the 2008 Cherokee get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 26.6% in the 60-90k band to 21.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 585 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.