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

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66.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.7%

vs Jeep Avg

4

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 66.5%, which is 8.7 percentage points below 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 Sport Auto on the road.

The most common reasons a Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto fails its MOT are a seat belt or flexible stalk damaged. If you are preparing your Cherokee Sport Auto 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 Sport Auto, 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 Sport Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

1998

Based on 33 vehicles

75.8%Good
Jeep average: 75.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

1997

Based on 36 vehicles

69.4%Average
Jeep average: 75.2%
Dangerous Defects

8.7%

Retest Rate

17.4%

1996

Based on 50 vehicles

54.0%Below Average
Jeep average: 75.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

17.6%

0

Based on 51 vehicles

66.7%Average
Jeep average: 75.2%
Mileage at 5yr

107k mi

Top MOT Failures — Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto

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

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A seat belt or flexible stalk damaged

24.0%
Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

24.2%

Front Offside

18.2%

Rear

12.1%

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 Sport Auto

Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto is 66.5% 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 Sport Auto?
The most common MOT failures on the Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto are: A seat belt or flexible stalk damaged (24.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 66.5%, the Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto 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 Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto?
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 Sport Auto?
Typical mileage for the Jeep Cherokee Sport Auto: 106,637 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Cherokee Sport Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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