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Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A reliable? We analysed 5,910 real MOT tests across 355 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,910 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.7%
Typical Mileage
81,807mi
Annual Mileage
5,548mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
24yrs

The Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A.

Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

75.7%
2005
73.5%
2004
75%
2003
75.8%
2002

Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 135
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 109
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play 105
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 97
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 87
position lamp(s) not working 80
Brake pipe excessively corroded 79
Stop lamp not working 71
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 53

Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,056 mi/yr
Typical
5,548 mi/yr
Average
6,577 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,890 mi/yr

Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2005 144 75.7% 47,122 67,702 118,956
2004 1,558 73.5% 52,940 84,130 114,290
2003 3,885 75.0% 54,195 80,355 107,710
2002 302 75.8% 62,024 84,042 108,257

How Long Does a Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A Last?

Based on 355 Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.4 years
Median
15.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
24 years

Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
81,807 mi
75th Percentile
110,858 mi
95th Percentile
152,788 mi
Max Recorded
953,344 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A

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

Best year
2002

75.8% MOT pass rate from 302 tests

Year to avoid
2004

73.5% MOT pass rate from 1,558 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.8% across 302 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A THIS CAR 74.7% 5,910 81,807 mi 24 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
Subaru Impreza Wrx Sti 79.2% 1,791 101,224 mi 31 yrs

Compared to the Jeep Renegade (82.4% pass rate) and the Jeep Cherokee (79.5% pass rate), the Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A?

The Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.7% across 5,910 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (135 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (135), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (109). 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 Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A owner drives around 5,548 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 Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A models stay on UK roads for around 24 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 Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A reliable?
Based on 5,910 MOT tests, the Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A has a 74.7% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A do per year?
The typical Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A does around 5,548 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A last?
Most Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A models stay on UK roads for around 24 years based on our analysis of 355 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland 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 Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Gr Cherokee V8 Overland A is 2002 with a 75.8% pass rate across 302 tests.