Jeep Cherokee MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

17.0%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Jeep Cherokee vehicles
Based on 5,774 MOT tests
11.0pp below the UK average (28%)

Jeep Cherokee shows good reliability at this age, with a 17.0% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Jeep Cherokee are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 3.4%
Visibility 2.8%
Tyres 2.6%
Brakes 1.3%
Suspension 1.1%
Body & Chassis 0.3%
Steering 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

Jeep Cherokee MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 17.1% 339 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 17.0% 5,774 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 23.2% 18,752 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 42.1% 5,072 Brakes
15+ years 41.1% 21,543 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 3-5 year old Jeep Cherokee reliable?

Yes. Based on 5,774 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old Jeep Cherokee vehicles have a 17.0% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old Jeep Cherokee?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 3.4% failure risk
  • Visibility — 2.8% failure risk
  • Tyres — 2.6% failure risk

How can I prepare my Jeep Cherokee for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Jeep Cherokee, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Jeep Cherokee Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 3-5-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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