Jeep Commander Limited Crd A MOT Failures
An analysis of 2,590 real DVSA MOT tests on the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A is anti-roll bar links worn — this model is 9.1 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it worth watching for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 2,590 MOT tests, 7.94% of all Jeep Commander Limited Crd A tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
Other notable weak points include electrical wiring fault (11x the fleet average), obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or... (24x the fleet average), suspension pin, bush or joint worn (16x the fleet average), and wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt o... (12x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 6 categories: Suspension, Lights & Electrics, Wipers & Windscreen, Wheels, Brakes and others. If you're inspecting a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
How failures change with mileage
The Jeep Commander Limited Crd A's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
60,000 to 100,000 miles
This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.
For the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are anti-roll bar links worn (9.1x the average) and brake hoses perished or damaged (8.9x).
Over 100,000 miles
High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.
For the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or... (24x the average) and suspension pin, bush or joint worn (16x). wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt o... (12x) and electrical wiring fault (11x) also appear frequently.
The shift from anti-roll bar links worn at lower mileages to obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or... at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.
What to check before buying a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A:
Suspension — check for anti-roll bar links worn, suspension pin, bush or joint worn. Lights & Electrics — check for electrical wiring fault. Wipers & Windscreen — check for obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or....
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Jeep Commander Limited Crd A MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A?
Based on 2,590 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is anti-roll bar links worn — at 9x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include electrical wiring fault and obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or....
Is the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A reliable based on MOT data?
The Jeep Commander Limited Crd A has 7 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is anti-roll bar links worn. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
Above 100,000 miles, the Jeep Commander Limited Crd A most commonly fails on obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or... and suspension pin, bush or joint worn. Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are .
How do I check a Jeep Commander Limited Crd A's MOT history?
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MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.