2009 Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A — MOT failures & pass rate
289 MOT tests on the 2009 Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A are in this dataset, and 78.9% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 25.3% of the time, so this is 4.2pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.2% of tests against 8.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, joints and washers — position lamp alone was recorded 23 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 27.6% of 60-90k cars fail, rising to 19.3% once past 120-150k.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 50.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 23.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 25.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.2% | 44 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.3% | 24 |
| 3 | Visibility | 7.6% | 22 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.3% | 21 |
| 5 | Brakes | 7.3% | 21 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.5% | 13 |
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 | 23 |
| 2 | Joints | 17 |
| 3 | Washers | 14 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 14 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 13 |
| 6 | Attachment | 11 |
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 | 50.2% | 145 |
| 2 | Brakes | 29.8% | 86 |
| 3 | Tyres | 21.4% | 62 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.3% | 50 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 17.3% | 50 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 17.0% | 49 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 58 | 27.6% |
| 90-120k | 105 | 20.9% |
| 120-150k | 83 | 19.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 68 | 23.5% |
| 2022 | 59 | 18.6% |
| 2023 | 61 | 21.3% |
| 2024 | 54 | 16.7% |
| 2025 | 47 | 25.5% |
What to check before buying a 2009 G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 15.2% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (15.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.3% 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.
- Visibility (7.6% 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
How many 2009 Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd As pass their MOT?
78.9% of the 289 2009 Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Jeep G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.2% of tests, followed by suspension (8.3%).
Does the 2009 G-Cherokee S Ltd Crd A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 27.6% in the 60-90k band to 19.3% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 289 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.