2007 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2007 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A passed 76.9% of its 3,130 recorded MOT tests. Against all cars of a similar age (26.8% fail rate), the 2007 G-Cherokee Overland Crd A comes out 3.7pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 15.5% of all tests — 6.5 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, ball joint and rear fog lamp — position lamp alone was recorded 229 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 12.7% in the 30-60k band and 25.6% in the 150k+ band, a 12.9-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 39.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.5% | 484 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.9% | 280 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.3% | 260 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.5% | 173 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 3.5% | 108 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.3% | 104 |
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 | 229 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 166 |
| 3 | Rear fog lamp | 126 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 118 |
| 5 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 108 |
| 6 | Washers | 105 |
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 | 39.5% | 1,237 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.4% | 890 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 21.9% | 684 |
| 4 | Tyres | 20.1% | 628 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 14.9% | 468 |
| 6 | Other defects | 11.5% | 361 |
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 | 63 | 12.7% |
| 60-90k | 443 | 17.8% |
| 90-120k | 969 | 21.4% |
| 120-150k | 992 | 26.1% |
| 150k+ | 640 | 25.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 813 | 22.9% |
| 2022 | 734 | 23.0% |
| 2023 | 640 | 23.8% |
| 2024 | 526 | 23.2% |
| 2025 | 417 | 22.8% |
What to check before buying a 2007 G-Cherokee Overland Crd A
On a 2007 G-Cherokee Overland Crd A, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.9% 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 (8.3% 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 2007 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd As pass their MOT?
76.9% of the 3,130 2007 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 23.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.5% of tests, followed by suspension (8.9%).
Does the 2007 G-Cherokee Overland Crd A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.7% in the 30-60k band to 25.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,130 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.