2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,642 MOT tests, the 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd recorded a 70.2% pass rate. That is 2.3 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 27.6%. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (17.6%) and lighting & signalling (15.4%) 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 prescribed areas — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 131 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 27.3% versus 14.1%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 36.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 17.6% | 289 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 15.4% | 253 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.6% | 191 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.7% | 126 |
| 5 | Steering | 5.2% | 85 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.1% | 84 |
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) | 131 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 106 |
| 3 | Prescribed areas | 96 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 85 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 80 |
| 6 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 72 |
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 | 36.8% | 604 |
| 2 | Suspension | 30.4% | 499 |
| 3 | Tyres | 19.0% | 312 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.4% | 269 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 15.5% | 254 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 15.2% | 249 |
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 | 64 | 14.1% |
| 60-90k | 343 | 25.7% |
| 90-120k | 688 | 32.9% |
| 120-150k | 405 | 31.6% |
| 150k+ | 139 | 27.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 476 | 29.2% |
| 2022 | 380 | 29.5% |
| 2023 | 334 | 29.6% |
| 2024 | 263 | 32.3% |
| 2025 | 189 | 29.1% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Cherokee Crd
On a 2005 Cherokee Crd, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (17.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (15.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.6% 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 Crds pass their MOT?
70.2% of the 1,642 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd?
Brakes, recorded in 17.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (15.4%).
Does the 2005 Cherokee Crd get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.1% in the 30-60k band to 27.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,642 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.