2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,172 MOT tests, the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A recorded a 76.0% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 26.8% of the time, so this is 2.8pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 16.0% of all tests — 5.5 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, ball joint and washers — position lamp alone was recorded 81 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 14.3% in the 30-60k band and 26.6% in the 150k+ band, a 12.3-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 45.3% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.0% | 188 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.6% | 124 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.0% | 105 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.7% | 67 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 5.1% | 60 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.4% | 40 |
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 | 81 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 79 |
| 3 | Washers | 45 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 43 |
| 5 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 42 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 40 |
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 | 45.3% | 531 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.1% | 365 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 23.1% | 271 |
| 4 | Tyres | 17.7% | 207 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 16.1% | 189 |
| 6 | Other defects | 12.5% | 147 |
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 | 35 | 14.3% |
| 60-90k | 143 | 15.4% |
| 90-120k | 371 | 23.2% |
| 120-150k | 382 | 27.5% |
| 150k+ | 233 | 26.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 324 | 23.5% |
| 2022 | 282 | 22.3% |
| 2023 | 228 | 25.0% |
| 2024 | 192 | 25.5% |
| 2025 | 146 | 24.7% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A
On a 2007 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd 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.
- Suspension (10.6% 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 (9.0% 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.
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 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd As pass their MOT?
76.0% of the 1,172 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.0% of tests, followed by suspension (10.6%).
Does the 2007 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.3% in the 30-60k band to 26.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,172 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.