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Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited reliable? We analysed 21,568 real MOT tests across 1,357 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 21,568 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.0%
Typical Mileage
88,452mi
Annual Mileage
6,452mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
25yrs

The Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, registration plate lamp not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited.

Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

69.6%
2004
73.1%
2003
74.5%
2002
75.2%
2001

Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 846
Registration plate lamp not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 425
position lamp(s) not working 363
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 311
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 261
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 244
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 244
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 239
parking brake recording little or no effort 220

Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,943 mi/yr
Typical
6,452 mi/yr
Average
7,222 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,553 mi/yr

Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2004 181 69.6% 50,784 80,836 106,753
2003 7,140 73.1% 55,642 82,398 111,073
2002 12,070 74.5% 65,040 90,587 117,816
2001 2,053 75.2% 70,086 94,790 119,843

How Long Does a Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited Last?

Based on 1,357 Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.7 years
Median
15.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
25 years

Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
88,452 mi
75th Percentile
116,061 mi
95th Percentile
156,086 mi
Max Recorded
885,096 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2001

75.2% MOT pass rate from 2,053 tests

Year to avoid
2004

69.6% MOT pass rate from 181 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.2% across 2,053 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited THIS CAR 74.0% 21,568 88,452 mi 25 yrs
Jeep Renegade 82.4% 216,942 45,731 mi 11 yrs
Jeep Cherokee 79.5% 73,214 61,010 mi 27 yrs
Jeep Grand Cherokee 82.8% 71,740 59,138 mi 27 yrs
BMW R100 88.4% 26,387 43,017 mi 49 yrs

Compared to the Jeep Renegade (82.4% pass rate) and the Jeep Cherokee (79.5% pass rate), the Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited?

The Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.0% across 21,568 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (846 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (432), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (425). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited owner drives around 6,452 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited models stay on UK roads for around 25 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited reliable?
Based on 21,568 MOT tests, the Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited has a 74.0% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, registration plate lamp not working, and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited do per year?
The typical Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited does around 6,452 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited last?
Most Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited models stay on UK roads for around 25 years based on our analysis of 1,357 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Cherokee 2.5 Crd Limited is 2001 with a 75.2% pass rate across 2,053 tests.