Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A MOT Failures
An analysis of 28,793 real DVSA MOT tests on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A is anti-roll bar links worn — this model is 18 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it a significant weak point for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 28,793 MOT tests, 9.52% of all Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd 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 emissions failure (37x the fleet average), seat mounting fault (23x the fleet average), brake hoses perished or damaged (7.9x the fleet average), and suspension pin, bush or joint worn (18x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd 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 5 categories: Suspension, Exhaust & Emissions, Seatbelts & Airbags, Brakes, Lights & Electrics. If you're inspecting a Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd 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 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd 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 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are seat mounting fault (23x the average) and anti-roll bar links worn (18x). suspension pin, bush or joint worn (18x) and abs fault (12x) also appear frequently.
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 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are emissions failure (37x the average) and fuel system leaking or a risk of fire (13x). parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (12x) and anti-roll bar links worn (10x) also appear frequently.
The shift from seat mounting fault at lower mileages to emissions failure 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 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A:
Suspension — check for anti-roll bar links worn, suspension pin, bush or joint worn. Exhaust & Emissions — check for emissions failure, fluid leak. Seatbelts & Airbags — check for seat mounting fault. Brakes — check for brake hoses perished or damaged, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A?
Based on 28,793 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is anti-roll bar links worn — at 18x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include emissions failure and seat mounting fault.
Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A reliable based on MOT data?
The Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A has 13 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 Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A most commonly fails on emissions failure and fuel system leaking or a risk of fire. Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are .
How do I check a Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
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.