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Jeep Commander Limited Crd A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A reliable? We analysed 10,057 real MOT tests across 664 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 10,057 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
76.4%
Typical Mileage
86,895mi
Annual Mileage
6,754mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Jeep Commander Limited Crd A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include position lamp(s) not working, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Commander Limited Crd A.

Jeep Commander Limited Crd A Number Plates

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

Jeep Commander Limited Crd A MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

77.2%
2009
76.7%
2008
76.7%
2007
76%
2006

Jeep Commander Limited Crd A Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

position lamp(s) not working 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Registration plate lamp not working 162
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 132
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 123
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 93
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 88

Jeep Commander Limited Crd A Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,037 mi/yr
Typical
6,754 mi/yr
Average
8,895 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,526 mi/yr

Jeep Commander Limited Crd A MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2009 685 77.2% 54,666 77,528 116,174
2008 176 76.7% 50,336 81,452 126,954
2007 5,379 76.7% 56,678 85,300 117,141
2006 3,688 76.0% 59,862 88,484 123,549

How Long Does a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A Last?

Based on 664 Jeep Commander Limited Crd A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.3 years
Median
15.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Jeep Commander Limited Crd A Mileage Distribution

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

Median
86,895 mi
75th Percentile
120,312 mi
95th Percentile
183,459 mi
Max Recorded
681,920 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Commander Limited Crd A

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

Best year
2009

77.2% MOT pass rate from 685 tests

Year to avoid
2006

76.0% MOT pass rate from 3,688 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Commander Limited Crd A is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.2% across 685 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jeep Commander Limited Crd A THIS CAR 76.4% 10,057 86,895 mi 20 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
Honda Fit 84.3% 18,907 62,859 mi 19 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Jeep Commander Limited Crd A?

The Jeep Commander Limited Crd A has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.4% across 10,057 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A are position lamp(s) not working (231 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (169), and registration plate lamp not working (162). 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 Commander Limited Crd A owner drives around 6,754 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 Commander Limited Crd A models stay on UK roads for around 20 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 Commander Limited Crd A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A reliable?
Based on 10,057 MOT tests, the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A has a 76.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A?
The most common MOT failures are position lamp(s) not working, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and registration plate lamp not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A do per year?
The typical Jeep Commander Limited Crd A does around 6,754 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A last?
Most Jeep Commander Limited Crd A models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 664 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Commander Limited Crd 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 Commander Limited Crd A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Commander Limited Crd A is 2009 with a 77.2% pass rate across 685 tests.