2006 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,824 MOT tests, the 2006 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A recorded a 75.9% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 27.3% of the time, so this is 3.1pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.6% of tests against 10.6% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, washers and ball joint — position lamp alone was recorded 135 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 13.3% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 26.0% once past 150k.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 41.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 22.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.6% | 285 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.6% | 193 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.7% | 159 |
| 4 | Visibility | 7.1% | 129 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.1% | 75 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.8% | 70 |
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 | 135 |
| 2 | Washers | 92 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 85 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 76 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 67 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 62 |
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 | 41.9% | 765 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.7% | 487 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 21.4% | 390 |
| 4 | Tyres | 19.5% | 356 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 13.2% | 241 |
| 6 | Other defects | 9.3% | 169 |
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 | 45 | 13.3% |
| 60-90k | 208 | 20.7% |
| 90-120k | 575 | 23.6% |
| 120-150k | 538 | 25.1% |
| 150k+ | 454 | 26.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 503 | 22.3% |
| 2022 | 453 | 24.9% |
| 2023 | 368 | 25.8% |
| 2024 | 276 | 22.1% |
| 2025 | 224 | 26.3% |
What to check before buying a 2006 G-Cherokee Overland Crd A
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 15.6% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (15.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.6% 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.
- Brakes (8.7% 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
How many 2006 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd As pass their MOT?
75.9% of the 1,824 2006 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.6% of tests, followed by suspension (10.6%).
Does the 2006 G-Cherokee Overland Crd A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.3% in the 30-60k band to 26.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,824 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.