2007 Jeep Cherokee Crd — MOT failures & pass rate
1,823 MOT tests on the 2007 Jeep Cherokee Crd are in this dataset, and 69.6% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 26.8% of the time, so this is 3.6pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Brakes dominates the failure mix at 20.2% of all tests — 3.0 points clear of lighting & signalling, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), position lamp and headlamp aim — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 184 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 19.1% in the 30-60k band and 36.4% in the 150k+ band, a 17.3-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 39.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 28.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 30.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 20.2% | 369 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 17.2% | 314 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.7% | 195 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.1% | 130 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 5.3% | 97 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.2% | 95 |
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) | 184 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 118 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 85 |
| 4 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 83 |
| 5 | Wipers | 81 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 76 |
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 | 39.8% | 725 |
| 2 | Suspension | 34.6% | 630 |
| 3 | Tyres | 24.3% | 442 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 21.6% | 393 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.1% | 330 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 15.3% | 279 |
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 | 68 | 19.1% |
| 60-90k | 450 | 28.4% |
| 90-120k | 822 | 29.9% |
| 120-150k | 363 | 33.6% |
| 150k+ | 118 | 36.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 515 | 28.5% |
| 2022 | 435 | 29.9% |
| 2023 | 374 | 31.8% |
| 2024 | 287 | 32.4% |
| 2025 | 212 | 30.7% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Cherokee Crd
On a 2007 Cherokee Crd, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (20.2% 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 (17.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.7% 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 2007 Jeep Cherokee Crds pass their MOT?
69.6% of the 1,823 2007 Jeep Cherokee Crd MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Jeep Cherokee Crd?
Brakes, recorded in 20.2% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (17.2%).
Does the 2007 Cherokee Crd get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.1% in the 30-60k band to 36.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,823 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.