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

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Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A reliable? We analysed 15,275 real MOT tests across 1,408 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 15,275 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
70.2%
Typical Mileage
90,515mi
Annual Mileage
5,941mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
27yrs

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A Number Plates

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

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

76.6%
2002
72%
2001
68.7%
2000
66.1%
1999

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td 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 629
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 620
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 567
Brake pipe excessively corroded 487
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play 463
constant velocity joint gaiter split 430
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 398
position lamp(s) not working 378
Stop lamp not working 376
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 358

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,643 mi/yr
Typical
5,941 mi/yr
Average
6,796 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,862 mi/yr

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2002 167 76.6% 54,282 79,309 102,860
2001 7,383 72.0% 67,175 86,738 107,577
2000 6,728 68.7% 75,058 93,431 113,660
1999 945 66.1% 77,409 96,377 114,275

How Long Does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A Last?

Based on 1,408 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.2 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
27 years

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A Mileage Distribution

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

Median
90,515 mi
75th Percentile
110,774 mi
95th Percentile
141,929 mi
Max Recorded
998,543 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A

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

Best year
2002

76.6% MOT pass rate from 167 tests

Year to avoid
1999

66.1% MOT pass rate from 945 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.6% across 167 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.1% — 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 Td A 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 Td A THIS CAR 70.2% 15,275 90,515 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
Honda VTR1000 Sp 88.3% 25,488 16,323 mi 26 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.2% across 15,275 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (629 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (620), and track rod end ball joint has excessive play (567). 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 Td A owner drives around 5,941 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 Td A 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 Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A reliable?
Based on 15,275 MOT tests, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A has a 70.2% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements, and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A do per year?
The typical Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A does around 5,941 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A last?
Most Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A models stay on UK roads for around 27 years based on our analysis of 1,408 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td 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 Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd Td A is 2002 with a 76.6% pass rate across 167 tests.