2009 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A — MOT failures & pass rate
1,250 MOT tests on the 2009 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A are in this dataset, and 80.0% of them passed. That is 5.4 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 25.4%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 14.9% of all tests — 6.9 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, ball joint and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 80 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 26.2% versus 6.5%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 38.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 19.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 21.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.9% | 186 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.0% | 100 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.5% | 81 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.3% | 66 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.3% | 41 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.5% | 31 |
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 | 80 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 77 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 45 |
| 4 | Washers | 44 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 38 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 36 |
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 | 38.5% | 481 |
| 2 | Brakes | 23.0% | 288 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 20.6% | 257 |
| 4 | Tyres | 19.4% | 243 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 13.6% | 170 |
| 6 | Other defects | 12.5% | 156 |
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 | 62 | 6.5% |
| 60-90k | 243 | 15.6% |
| 90-120k | 436 | 19.5% |
| 120-150k | 336 | 23.2% |
| 150k+ | 168 | 26.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 289 | 19.0% |
| 2022 | 250 | 15.6% |
| 2023 | 265 | 22.3% |
| 2024 | 237 | 21.9% |
| 2025 | 209 | 21.5% |
What to check before buying a 2009 G-Cherokee Overland Crd A
On a 2009 G-Cherokee Overland Crd A, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.0% 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 (6.5% 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 2009 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd As pass their MOT?
80.0% of the 1,250 2009 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Jeep G-Cherokee Overland Crd A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.9% of tests, followed by suspension (8.0%).
Does the 2009 G-Cherokee Overland Crd A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 30-60k band to 26.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,250 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.