2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 375 MOT tests analysed for the 2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 72.0% was below the average for cars of a similar age (74.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 18.4% | 69 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 17.6% | 66 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.7% | 44 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.5% | 28 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 5.6% | 21 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.3% | 16 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prescribed areas | 40 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 33 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 20 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 19 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 17 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 38.7% | 145 |
| 2 | Suspension | 31.2% | 117 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.4% | 69 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.3% | 50 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.3% | 46 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 10.9% | 41 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 69 | 24.6% |
| 90-120k | 154 | 27.9% |
| 120-150k | 120 | 29.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 105 | 26.7% |
| 2022 | 87 | 26.4% |
| 2023 | 74 | 28.4% |
| 2024 | 59 | 27.1% |
| 2025 | 50 | 34.0% |
What to check before buying a 2004 Cherokee Crd Auto
Before buying a 2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 18.4% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (18.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (17.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Autos pass their MOT?
72.0% of the 375 2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2004 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto?
Brakes, recorded in 18.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (17.6%).
Does the 2004 Cherokee Crd Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.6% in the 60-90k band to 29.2% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 375 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.