2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 490 MOT tests analysed for the 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 72.5% 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 | 17.8% | 87 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 15.7% | 77 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.8% | 53 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.5% | 32 |
| 5 | Steering | 4.3% | 21 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.1% | 20 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 35 |
| 2 | Pins and bushes | 28 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 26 |
| 4 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 21 |
| 5 | Wipers | 20 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 20 |
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 | 34.9% | 171 |
| 2 | Suspension | 30.6% | 150 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 21.8% | 107 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.4% | 95 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 17.3% | 85 |
| 6 | Tyres | 16.7% | 82 |
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 | 81 | 25.9% |
| 90-120k | 222 | 30.6% |
| 120-150k | 145 | 30.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 149 | 27.5% |
| 2022 | 117 | 29.1% |
| 2023 | 99 | 25.3% |
| 2024 | 74 | 28.4% |
| 2025 | 51 | 27.5% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Cherokee Crd Auto
Before buying a 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 17.8% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (17.8% 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 (15.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.8% 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 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd Autos pass their MOT?
72.5% of the 490 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Jeep Cherokee Crd Auto?
Brakes, recorded in 17.8% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (15.7%).
Does the 2005 Cherokee Crd Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.9% in the 60-90k band to 30.3% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 490 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.