2007 Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee — MOT failures & pass rate
1,735 MOT tests on the 2007 Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee are in this dataset, and 77.6% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (26.8% fail rate), the 2007 Grand Cherokee comes out 4.4pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 14.5% of all tests — 4.5 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, ball joint and component mounting prescribed areas — position lamp alone was recorded 123 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 16.5% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 26.4% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 40.6% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.5% | 252 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.0% | 174 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.5% | 165 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.9% | 85 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.3% | 75 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.7% | 64 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 123 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 88 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 73 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 57 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 56 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 53 |
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 | 40.6% | 704 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.8% | 500 |
| 3 | Tyres | 19.3% | 334 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 19.1% | 331 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 14.6% | 253 |
| 6 | Other defects | 12.6% | 219 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 79 | 16.5% |
| 60-90k | 286 | 21.3% |
| 90-120k | 571 | 20.8% |
| 120-150k | 487 | 23.0% |
| 150k+ | 307 | 26.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,457 | 23.1% |
| Petrol | 278 | 19.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 441 | 20.9% |
| 2022 | 398 | 23.1% |
| 2023 | 356 | 23.0% |
| 2024 | 306 | 23.5% |
| 2025 | 234 | 21.8% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Grand Cherokee
On a 2007 Grand Cherokee, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.0% 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 (9.5% 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 2007 Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokees pass their MOT?
77.6% of the 1,735 2007 Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.5% of tests, followed by suspension (10.0%).
Does the 2007 Grand Cherokee get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.5% in the 30-60k band to 26.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,735 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.