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Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto reliable? We analysed 41,381 real MOT tests across 4,570 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 41,381 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
67.8%
Typical Mileage
102,519mi
Annual Mileage
4,841mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
30yrs

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include constant velocity joint gaiter split, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto Number Plates

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

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

74.2%
2006
75.9%
2005
74.4%
2003
75%
2002
74.5%
2001
67.4%
1999
67.7%
1998
66.9%
1997
66.2%
1996

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,116
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,300
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,045
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,944
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,552
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,347
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 1,310
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,164
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,116
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 912

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
2,616 mi/yr
Typical
4,841 mi/yr
Average
5,891 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,735 mi/yr

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2006 764 74.2% 48,782 77,962 106,784
2005 1,043 75.9% 49,632 78,233 113,578
2003 1,994 74.4% 50,380 74,567 101,744
2002 364 75.0% 52,159 80,715 110,668
2001 55 74.5% 65,974 87,489 111,790
1999 3,017 67.4% 73,591 92,928 115,371
1998 7,645 67.7% 82,214 102,408 125,054
1997 16,472 66.9% 85,580 104,466 126,814
1996 9,907 66.2% 90,059 109,148 128,232

How Long Does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto Last?

Based on 4,570 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
13.8 years
Median
13.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
30 years

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
102,519 mi
75th Percentile
124,765 mi
95th Percentile
162,689 mi
Max Recorded
995,588 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto

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

Best year
2005

75.9% MOT pass rate from 1,043 tests

Year to avoid
1996

66.2% MOT pass rate from 9,907 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.9% across 1,043 tests. The 1996 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 Ltd Auto 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 Ltd Auto THIS CAR 67.8% 41,381 102,519 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
Vauxhall Corsa SE Premium 87.3% 28,256 26,065 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.8% across 41,381 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto are constant velocity joint gaiter split (3,116 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (2,300), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (2,045). 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 Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto owner drives around 4,841 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 Ltd Auto 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 Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto reliable?
Based on 41,381 MOT tests, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto has a 67.8% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto?
The most common MOT failures are constant velocity joint gaiter split, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto do per year?
The typical Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto does around 4,841 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto last?
Most Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto models stay on UK roads for around 30 years based on our analysis of 4,570 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto?
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 Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Auto is 2005 with a 75.9% pass rate across 1,043 tests.