Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A MOT pass rate & common failures
1,215 MOT tests on the Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A (2008–2010) give it a 78.7% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 24.7% of the time, so this is 3.4pp better than the group it competes with. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 15.3% of all tests — 7.2 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, ball joint and washers — position lamp alone was recorded 98 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 25.1% versus 7.0%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 38.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 20.9% of tests failed in 2021 against 25.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
By model year
Every G-Cherokee S Ltd 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 107 | 78.5% | 21.5% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2009 | 289 | 78.9% | 21.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2010 | 819 | 78.6% | 21.4% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.3% | 186 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.2% | 99 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.0% | 73 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.0% | 73 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.8% | 46 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.4% | 41 |
| 7 | Emissions & environmental | 2.5% | 30 |
| 8 | Seat belts & restraints | 2.1% | 25 |
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 | 98 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 73 |
| 3 | Washers | 49 |
| 4 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 43 |
| 5 | Wipers | 34 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 33 |
| 7 | Rear fog lamp | 32 |
| 8 | Headlamp aim | 31 |
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 | 38.1% | 463 |
| 2 | Brakes | 23.3% | 283 |
| 3 | Tyres | 19.8% | 240 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 18.4% | 224 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 11.9% | 145 |
| 6 | Other defects | 11.7% | 142 |
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 | 71 | 7.0% |
| 60-90k | 275 | 21.8% |
| 90-120k | 428 | 19.6% |
| 120-150k | 261 | 25.3% |
| 150k+ | 167 | 25.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 273 | 20.9% |
| 2022 | 250 | 16.4% |
| 2023 | 259 | 22.8% |
| 2024 | 227 | 22.0% |
| 2025 | 206 | 25.2% |
What to check before buying a Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd 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 (8.2% 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.
- Visibility (6.0% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 S Ltd Crd A?
78.7% of the 1,215 Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 21.3% fail rate, across model years 2008–2010.
What does the Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.3% of tests, then suspension (8.2%).
How much does mileage affect G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A MOT results?
Fail rates run at 7.0% for cars in the 30-60k band and 25.1% for 150k+, a 18.1-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,215 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.