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

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Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto reliable? We analysed 6,739 real MOT tests across 463 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 6,739 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.5%
Typical Mileage
79,822mi
Annual Mileage
5,473mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
24yrs

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto 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 windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto Number Plates

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

Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

71%
2003
74.5%
2002
74.3%
2001

Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 170
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 140
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 135
position lamp(s) not working 132
Stop lamp not working 121
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 113
Registration plate lamp not working 104
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play 94
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 85
brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 75

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

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

Low usage
3,101 mi/yr
Typical
5,473 mi/yr
Average
6,475 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,726 mi/yr

Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2003 145 71.0% 57,038 84,351 111,980
2002 6,291 74.5% 57,596 79,667 106,795
2001 226 74.3% 63,573 86,819 110,145

How Long Does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto Last?

Based on 463 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.2 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
24 years

Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
79,822 mi
75th Percentile
107,251 mi
95th Percentile
144,587 mi
Max Recorded
999,639 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto

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

Best year
2002

74.5% MOT pass rate from 6,291 tests

Year to avoid
2003

71.0% MOT pass rate from 145 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.5% across 6,291 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.0% — 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 Overland 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 Overland Auto THIS CAR 74.5% 6,739 79,822 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
Toyota Corolla T2 VVTI 75.6% 2,614 107,140 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.5% across 6,739 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (170 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (140), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (135). 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 Overland Auto owner drives around 5,473 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 Overland Auto 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 Grand Cherokee Overland Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto reliable?
Based on 6,739 MOT tests, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto has a 74.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements, and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto do per year?
The typical Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto does around 5,473 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto last?
Most Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto models stay on UK roads for around 24 years based on our analysis of 463 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 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 Overland Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Auto is 2002 with a 74.5% pass rate across 6,291 tests.