2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,147 MOT tests, the 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd A recorded a 71.8% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 27.6%, so the 2005 Cherokee Crd A sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (16.0%) and brakes (15.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), component mounting prescribed areas and position lamp — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 75 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 17.1% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 23.6% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 35.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.0% | 184 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.5% | 178 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.0% | 92 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.4% | 85 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 5.5% | 63 |
| 6 | Steering | 5.3% | 61 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 75 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 70 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 60 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 54 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 52 |
| 6 | Prescribed areas | 43 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 35.2% | 404 |
| 2 | Suspension | 28.2% | 323 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.4% | 211 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.2% | 197 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 16.7% | 192 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 13.6% | 156 |
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 | 35 | 17.1% |
| 60-90k | 261 | 26.8% |
| 90-120k | 463 | 31.3% |
| 120-150k | 298 | 27.5% |
| 150k+ | 89 | 23.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 331 | 28.4% |
| 2022 | 289 | 29.1% |
| 2023 | 212 | 26.9% |
| 2024 | 173 | 27.8% |
| 2025 | 142 | 28.9% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Cherokee Crd A
On a 2005 Cherokee Crd A, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 16.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (16.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (15.5% 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.
- Suspension (8.0% 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.
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 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd As pass their MOT?
71.8% of the 1,147 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.0% of tests, followed by brakes (15.5%).
Does the 2005 Cherokee Crd A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.1% in the 30-60k band to 23.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,147 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.