Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A MOT pass rate & common failures
The Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A appears in 8,282 MOT tests spanning model years 2006–2010, and 77.1% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (26.4% fail rate), the G-Cherokee Overland Crd A comes out 3.4pp better. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
Best and worst G-Cherokee Overland Crd A years
Ranked across G-Cherokee Overland Crd A years with at least 1,000 tests. Older cars fail more simply because they are older — compare years close together in age before drawing conclusions.
What the MOT record shows
Not every year is equal — 80.0% of 2009 examples pass against 75.9% of 2006 ones.
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.3% of tests against 9.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, ball joint and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 581 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the G-Cherokee Overland Crd A fails 25.8% of the time in the 0-30k band and 25.8% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.0 points.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 40.3% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 21.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 23.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
By model year
Every G-Cherokee Overland Crd A model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1,824 | 75.9% | 24.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2007 | 3,130 | 76.9% | 23.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2008 | 1,323 | 76.0% | 24.0% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2009 | 1,250 | 80.0% | 20.0% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2010 | 755 | 77.6% | 22.4% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.3% | 1,267 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.3% | 767 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.9% | 658 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.8% | 480 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.7% | 309 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.3% | 276 |
| 7 | Tyres | 2.5% | 206 |
| 8 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.8% | 150 |
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 | 581 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 483 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 331 |
| 4 | Washers | 310 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 285 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 259 |
| 7 | Stop lamp | 232 |
| 8 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 227 |
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 | 40.3% | 3,334 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.2% | 2,256 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 21.3% | 1,760 |
| 4 | Tyres | 19.9% | 1,646 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 14.2% | 1,175 |
| 6 | Other defects | 11.3% | 935 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 31 | 25.8% |
| 30-60k | 258 | 15.1% |
| 60-90k | 1,232 | 18.1% |
| 90-120k | 2,750 | 22.1% |
| 120-150k | 2,373 | 25.2% |
| 150k+ | 1,631 | 25.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 8,244 | 22.9% |
| Petrol | 38 | 26.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,082 | 21.6% |
| 2022 | 1,904 | 22.7% |
| 2023 | 1,702 | 24.2% |
| 2024 | 1,428 | 23.2% |
| 2025 | 1,166 | 23.7% |
What to check before buying a Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A
- Lighting & signalling (15.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (9.3% 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 (7.9% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A?
77.1% of the 8,282 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 22.9% fail rate, across model years 2006–2010.
What does the Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.3% of tests, then suspension (9.3%).
Which G-Cherokee Overland Crd A years are best and worst for MOT results?
2009 has the best pass rate at 80.0% and 2006 the weakest at 75.9%, from 1,250 and 1,824 tests respectively.
How much does mileage affect G-Cherokee Overland Crd A MOT results?
Fail rates run at 25.8% for cars in the 0-30k band and 25.8% for 150k+, a 0.0-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,282 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.