Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable? We analysed 71,740 real MOT tests across 8,085 vehicles to find out.
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The Jeep Grand Cherokee is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Jeep Grand Cherokee. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Jeep Grand Cherokee MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Jeep Grand Cherokee to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Jeep Grand Cherokee fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Jeep Grand Cherokee models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Jeep Grand Cherokee owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Jeep Grand Cherokee MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jeep Grand Cherokee year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 267 | 88.0% | 17,934 | 26,482 | 42,724 |
| 2019 | 1,310 | 89.4% | 20,744 | 31,770 | 46,161 |
| 2018 | 2,616 | 87.8% | 28,334 | 42,444 | 59,803 |
| 2017 | 6,570 | 87.3% | 30,095 | 45,490 | 65,787 |
| 2016 | 9,064 | 85.1% | 34,296 | 50,707 | 70,457 |
| 2015 | 14,174 | 85.2% | 37,313 | 54,948 | 77,099 |
| 2014 | 17,000 | 83.8% | 40,983 | 61,466 | 85,923 |
| 2013 | 9,035 | 82.9% | 43,058 | 64,110 | 89,078 |
| 2012 | 436 | 79.4% | 46,083 | 68,016 | 97,415 |
| 2011 | 127 | 76.4% | 40,760 | 81,382 | 135,494 |
| 2010 | 230 | 72.2% | 63,908 | 86,656 | 114,133 |
| 2009 | 183 | 76.5% | 58,924 | 73,566 | 110,914 |
| 2008 | 191 | 74.3% | 71,665 | 94,875 | 120,196 |
| 2007 | 420 | 76.7% | 53,510 | 94,203 | 129,340 |
| 2006 | 814 | 75.7% | 54,526 | 84,193 | 119,222 |
| 2005 | 575 | 75.8% | 52,077 | 81,155 | 115,174 |
| 2004 | 610 | 74.1% | 46,486 | 75,813 | 110,536 |
| 2003 | 873 | 72.9% | 50,897 | 72,568 | 98,198 |
| 2002 | 585 | 73.8% | 70,477 | 99,576 | 123,644 |
| 2001 | 1,994 | 72.4% | 64,481 | 86,998 | 114,585 |
How Long Does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Last?
Based on 8,085 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles on UK roads.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Jeep Grand Cherokee MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Grand Cherokee
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.4% MOT pass rate from 1,310 tests
66.2% MOT pass rate from 379 tests
The best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.4% across 1,310 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Jeep Grand Cherokee Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee THIS CAR | 82.8% | 71,740 | 59,138 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 Crd Ltd Auto | 72.9% | 59,684 | 90,431 mi | 25 yrs |
| Nissan Gt-r | 92.1% | 31,465 | 32,174 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Jeep Renegade (82.4% pass rate) and the Jeep Cherokee (79.5% pass rate), the Jeep Grand Cherokee outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Jeep Grand Cherokee has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.8% across 71,740 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm with 400 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Jeep Grand Cherokee with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Jeep Grand Cherokee owner drives around 6,936 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 Grand Cherokee 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.