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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee. Check any Cherokee by registration number below.

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69.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.8%

vs Chrysler Jeep Avg

20

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Chrysler Jeep Cherokee — MOT Reliability Overview

The Chrysler Jeep Cherokee has an average MOT pass rate of 69.0%, which is 0.8 percentage points above the Chrysler Jeep brand average of 68.3%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Cherokee on the road.

The most common reasons a Chrysler Jeep Cherokee fails its MOT are body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely to cause sudden deflation of the tyre, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Cherokee for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Chrysler Jeep Cherokee, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 57 vehicles

89.5%Excellent
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.9%

2011

Based on 53 vehicles

54.7%Below Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

11.8%

Retest Rate

76.5%

2010

Based on 170 vehicles

66.5%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

31.6%

2009

Based on 264 vehicles

65.2%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

30.7%

2008

Based on 220 vehicles

69.1%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

30.9%

2007

Based on 595 vehicles

70.1%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

23.0%

2006

Based on 781 vehicles

68.0%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

23.0%

2005

Based on 672 vehicles

63.7%Below Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

28.3%

2004

Based on 920 vehicles

67.7%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

7.5%

Retest Rate

20.5%

2003

Based on 584 vehicles

62.8%Below Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

8.5%

Retest Rate

24.5%

2002

Based on 416 vehicles

68.5%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

20.8%

2001

Based on 255 vehicles

58.0%Below Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

35.4%

2000

Based on 227 vehicles

81.5%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

9.3%

1999

Based on 329 vehicles

71.7%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

21.6%

1998

Based on 391 vehicles

74.2%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

16.0%

1997

Based on 239 vehicles

59.8%Below Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

27.7%

1996

Based on 129 vehicles

66.7%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

19.6%

1995

Based on 104 vehicles

71.2%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

10.4%

1993

Based on 33 vehicles

75.8%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

27.3%

0

Based on 362 vehicles

75.7%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Mileage at 5yr

116k mi

Top MOT Failures — Chrysler Jeep Cherokee

The most common reasons a Chrysler Jeep Cherokee fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

5.2%
2

A tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely to cause sudden deflation of the tyre

5.0%
3

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

4.4%
4

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

4.3%
5

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

4.3%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

1.8%

Rear Nearside

1.8%

Offside

1.8%

Chrysler Jeep Cherokee — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee?
The average MOT pass rate for the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee is 69.0% compared to the Chrysler Jeep average of 68.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Chrysler Jeep Cherokee?
The most common MOT failures on the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee are: Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point (5.2%), A tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely to cause sudden deflation of the tyre (5.0%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (4.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 69.0%, the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Chrysler Jeep Cherokee?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Chrysler Jeep Cherokee?
Typical mileage for the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee: 116,410 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Cherokee to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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