2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 416 MOT tests, the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd recorded a 72.4% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 27.6%, so the 2005 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (17.1%) and suspension (14.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, component mounting prescribed areas and track rod end — pins and bushes alone was recorded 29 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 20.0% in the 60-90k band and 24.7% in the 150k+ band, a 4.7-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 51.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.1% | 71 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.4% | 60 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.7% | 53 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.4% | 39 |
| 5 | Steering | 6.3% | 26 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.1% | 13 |
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 | 29 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 29 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 27 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 23 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 22 |
| 6 | Joints | 20 |
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 | 51.2% | 213 |
| 2 | Brakes | 40.6% | 169 |
| 3 | Tyres | 22.8% | 95 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.6% | 69 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.2% | 55 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 12.0% | 50 |
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 | 50 | 20.0% |
| 90-120k | 148 | 29.7% |
| 120-150k | 137 | 29.9% |
| 150k+ | 77 | 24.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 134 | 29.1% |
| 2022 | 108 | 26.9% |
| 2023 | 65 | 20.0% |
| 2024 | 62 | 32.3% |
| 2025 | 47 | 29.8% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd
On a 2005 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (17.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.4% 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.
- Brakes (12.7% 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 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltds pass their MOT?
72.4% of the 416 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.1% of tests, followed by suspension (14.4%).
Does the 2005 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.0% in the 60-90k band to 24.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 416 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.