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Jeep Cherokee Limited A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jeep Cherokee Limited A reliable? We analysed 37,016 real MOT tests across 3,670 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 37,016 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
71.4%
Typical Mileage
99,604mi
Annual Mileage
3,958mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
30yrs

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

Jeep Cherokee Limited A Number Plates

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

Jeep Cherokee Limited A MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

70.1%
2000
73.1%
1999
71.8%
1998
71.4%
1997
69.7%
1996
72.9%
1995

Jeep Cherokee Limited A Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,468
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,695
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,004
Headlamp aim too low 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 769
Stop lamp not working 700
Exhaust system not adequately supported 524
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 475
Registration plate lamp not working 461
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 460

Jeep Cherokee Limited A Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,981 mi/yr
Typical
3,958 mi/yr
Average
5,010 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,707 mi/yr

Jeep Cherokee Limited A MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2000 261 70.1% 61,076 84,229 103,824
1999 4,880 73.1% 71,146 92,075 114,940
1998 12,799 71.8% 77,893 98,264 120,888
1997 11,298 71.4% 80,835 101,064 125,264
1996 7,214 69.7% 84,677 104,550 125,313
1995 361 72.9% 92,007 110,779 130,903

How Long Does a Jeep Cherokee Limited A Last?

Based on 3,670 Jeep Cherokee Limited A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.2 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
30 years

Jeep Cherokee Limited A Mileage Distribution

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

Median
99,604 mi
75th Percentile
122,536 mi
95th Percentile
162,955 mi
Max Recorded
995,074 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Cherokee Limited A

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

Best year
1999

73.1% MOT pass rate from 4,880 tests

Year to avoid
1996

69.7% MOT pass rate from 7,214 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Cherokee Limited A is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.1% across 4,880 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.7% — 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 Limited A Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jeep Cherokee Limited A THIS CAR 71.4% 37,016 99,604 mi 30 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
Audi Coupe 65.8% 59,965 125,930 mi 42 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Jeep Cherokee Limited A?

The Jeep Cherokee Limited A has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.4% across 37,016 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Cherokee Limited A are brake pipe excessively corroded (2,468 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,695), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (1,004). 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 Limited A owner drives around 3,958 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 Limited A models stay on UK roads for around 30 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 Limited A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Cherokee Limited A reliable?
Based on 37,016 MOT tests, the Jeep Cherokee Limited A has a 71.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Cherokee Limited A?
The most common MOT failures are brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Cherokee Limited A do per year?
The typical Jeep Cherokee Limited A does around 3,958 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Cherokee Limited A last?
Most Jeep Cherokee Limited A models stay on UK roads for around 30 years based on our analysis of 3,670 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Cherokee Limited A?
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 Limited A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Cherokee Limited A is 1999 with a 73.1% pass rate across 4,880 tests.