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

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Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A reliable? We analysed 14,498 real MOT tests across 1,399 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 14,498 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
68.7%
Typical Mileage
101,935mi
Annual Mileage
4,712mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
28yrs

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

Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A Number Plates

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

Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

69.4%
1999
68.5%
1998
70.3%
1997

Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,166
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 759
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 697
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 596
Brake pipe excessively corroded 528
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 492
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 471
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 372
Headlamp aim too low 277
Registration plate lamp not working 263

Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
2,489 mi/yr
Typical
4,712 mi/yr
Average
5,769 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,622 mi/yr

Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1999 2,813 69.4% 76,733 98,632 120,544
1998 11,264 68.5% 82,707 102,764 124,858
1997 394 70.3% 87,732 105,299 126,195

How Long Does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A Last?

Based on 1,399 Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.1 years
Median
13.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
28 years

Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A Mileage Distribution

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

Median
101,935 mi
75th Percentile
124,101 mi
95th Percentile
162,396 mi
Max Recorded
969,011 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A

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

Best year
1997

70.3% MOT pass rate from 394 tests

Year to avoid
1998

68.5% MOT pass rate from 11,264 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.3% across 394 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis 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 Orvis A THIS CAR 68.7% 14,498 101,935 mi 28 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
Kawasaki EX500-D7 82.1% 4,825 17,478 mi 27 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.7% across 14,498 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A are constant velocity joint gaiter split (1,166 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (759), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (697). 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 Orvis A owner drives around 4,712 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 Orvis A models stay on UK roads for around 28 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 Orvis A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A reliable?
Based on 14,498 MOT tests, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A has a 68.7% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A?
The most common MOT failures are constant velocity joint gaiter split, parking brake: efficiency below requirements, and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A do per year?
The typical Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A does around 4,712 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A last?
Most Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A models stay on UK roads for around 28 years based on our analysis of 1,399 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis 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 Orvis A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis A is 1997 with a 70.3% pass rate across 394 tests.