2003 Jeep Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 531 MOT tests, the 2003 Jeep Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land A recorded a 71.6% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 27.7%, so the 2003 Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land A sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (16.0%) and brakes (16.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, track rod end and headlamp aim — pins and bushes alone was recorded 62 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2003 Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land A fails 32.4% of the time in the 60-90k band and 30.9% at 150k+, a spread of only 1.5 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 41.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 31.0% in 2021 to 28.8% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.0% | 85 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.0% | 85 |
| 3 | Suspension | 12.4% | 66 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.7% | 41 |
| 5 | Steering | 6.4% | 34 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.8% | 20 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 62 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 33 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 26 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 25 |
| 6 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 23 |
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 | 41.8% | 222 |
| 2 | Brakes | 36.2% | 192 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 20.0% | 106 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 18.6% | 99 |
| 5 | Tyres | 18.6% | 99 |
| 6 | Steering | 13.9% | 74 |
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 | 74 | 32.4% |
| 90-120k | 142 | 26.8% |
| 120-150k | 181 | 27.1% |
| 150k+ | 123 | 30.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 171 | 31.0% |
| 2022 | 135 | 29.6% |
| 2023 | 103 | 24.3% |
| 2024 | 63 | 25.4% |
| 2025 | 59 | 28.8% |
What to check before buying a 2003 Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land A
On a 2003 Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land A, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 16.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (16.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (16.0% 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.
- Suspension (12.4% 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.
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 2003 Jeep Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land As pass their MOT?
71.6% of the 531 2003 Jeep Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2003 Jeep Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.0% of tests, followed by brakes (16.0%).
Does the 2003 Gr Cherokee Crd Ov-Land A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 32.4% in the 60-90k band to 30.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 531 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.