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

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76.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.9%

vs Jeep Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Jeep Cherokee Limited A — MOT Reliability Overview

The Jeep Cherokee Limited A has an average MOT pass rate of 76.1%, which is 0.9 percentage points above the Jeep brand average of 75.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Cherokee Limited A on the road.

The most common reasons a Jeep Cherokee Limited A fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, 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. If you are preparing your Cherokee Limited A 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 Jeep Cherokee Limited A, 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 Jeep Cherokee Limited A performs at MOT across different model years.

1999

Based on 204 vehicles

78.4%Good
Jeep average: 75.2%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

10.4%

1998

Based on 518 vehicles

76.6%Good
Jeep average: 75.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

16.0%

1997

Based on 417 vehicles

67.1%Average
Jeep average: 75.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

20.3%

1996

Based on 145 vehicles

82.1%Good
Jeep average: 75.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

12.5%

0

Based on 477 vehicles

76.1%Good
Jeep average: 75.2%
Mileage at 5yr

120k mi

Top MOT Failures — Jeep Cherokee Limited A

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

1

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.9%
2

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.6%
3

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

2.5%
4

Warning device shows system malfunction

2.4%
5

Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.

2.4%
Jeep Cherokee Limited A Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

6.4%

Rear Offside

5.4%

Front Nearside

3.9%

Other Jeep Models

Compare MOT reliability across Jeep models.

Jeep Grand Cherokee

82.4% pass rate

Jeep Wrangler Ult Un-ltd Crd A

73.7% pass rate

Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td

73.9% pass rate

Jeep Cherokee Limited Crd A

70.3% pass rate

Jeep Cherokee Renegade Crd A

68.3% pass rate

Jeep Cherokee

87.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Jeep Cherokee Limited A

Jeep Cherokee Limited A — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Jeep Cherokee Limited A MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Jeep Cherokee Limited A?
The average MOT pass rate for the Jeep Cherokee Limited A is 76.1% compared to the Jeep average of 75.2%. 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 Jeep Cherokee Limited A?
The most common MOT failures on the Jeep Cherokee Limited A are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.9%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2.6%), 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 (2.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Jeep Cherokee Limited A reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 76.1%, the Jeep Cherokee Limited A is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Jeep Cherokee Limited A?
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 Jeep Cherokee Limited A?
Typical mileage for the Jeep Cherokee Limited A: 119,535 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Cherokee Limited A to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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