1999 Jeep Cherokee Td — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 335 MOT tests analysed for the 1999 Jeep Cherokee Td, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 75.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (75.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.1% | 44 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.6% | 39 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.2% | 34 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.6% | 32 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 4.8% | 16 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 3.6% | 12 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Service brake performance | 31 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 30 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 29 |
| 4 | Service brake imbalance | 18 |
| 5 | Wipers | 14 |
| 6 | Joints | 14 |
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 | 30.1% | 101 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 27.8% | 93 |
| 3 | Brakes | 26.0% | 87 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.9% | 60 |
| 5 | Other defects | 16.1% | 54 |
| 6 | Steering | 10.8% | 36 |
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 | 41 | 24.4% |
| 90-120k | 114 | 24.6% |
| 120-150k | 94 | 22.3% |
| 150k+ | 72 | 29.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87 | 20.7% |
| 2022 | 85 | 27.1% |
| 2023 | 58 | 19.0% |
| 2024 | 53 | 26.4% |
| 2025 | 52 | 28.8% |
What to check before buying a 1999 Cherokee Td
Before buying a 1999 Jeep Cherokee Td, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 13.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (13.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (11.6% 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.
- Suspension (10.2% 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 1999 Jeep Cherokee Tds pass their MOT?
75.8% of the 335 1999 Jeep Cherokee Td MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1999 Jeep Cherokee Td?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.1% of tests, followed by brakes (11.6%).
Does the 1999 Cherokee Td get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.4% in the 60-90k band to 29.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 335 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.