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Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td reliable? We analysed 5,132 real MOT tests across 398 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,132 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
72.7%
Typical Mileage
102,535mi
Annual Mileage
5,193mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
27yrs

The Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td 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 Orvis Td.

Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td Number Plates

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

Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

70%
2001
72.4%
2000
73.6%
1999

Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded 340
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121
Headlamp aim too low 120
Registration plate lamp not working 84
Headlamp aim too high 77
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 77
drive shaft coupling is excessively worn 68
Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 64
position lamp(s) not working 57

Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
2,716 mi/yr
Typical
5,193 mi/yr
Average
5,939 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,219 mi/yr

Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2001 423 70.0% 77,909 100,609 126,540
2000 2,368 72.4% 79,179 101,452 125,562
1999 2,329 73.6% 81,930 104,556 127,313

How Long Does a Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td Last?

Based on 398 Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.3 years
Median
14.5 years
Estimated max lifespan
27 years

Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td Mileage Distribution

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

Median
102,535 mi
75th Percentile
126,480 mi
95th Percentile
164,046 mi
Max Recorded
800,272 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td

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

Best year
1999

73.6% MOT pass rate from 2,329 tests

Year to avoid
2001

70.0% MOT pass rate from 423 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.6% across 2,329 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.0% — 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 Orvis Td Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td THIS CAR 72.7% 5,132 102,535 mi 27 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
Lexus Is 250 F Sport Auto 87.7% 1,632 54,315 mi 16 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td?

The Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.7% across 5,132 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td are brake pipe excessively corroded (340 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (133), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (121). 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 Orvis Td owner drives around 5,193 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 Orvis Td models stay on UK roads for around 27 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 Orvis Td — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td reliable?
Based on 5,132 MOT tests, the Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td has a 72.7% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td?
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 Orvis Td do per year?
The typical Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td does around 5,193 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td last?
Most Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td models stay on UK roads for around 27 years based on our analysis of 398 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td?
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 Orvis Td?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Cherokee Orvis Td is 1999 with a 73.6% pass rate across 2,329 tests.