2002 · 22 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2002 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee MOT pass rate and common faults

144 MOT tests in 2024. 61.1% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

105Above average
Passed first time61.1%
Failed or needed repairs38.9%
Typical mileage at test108,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 144 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases5.6%
  2. Position lamp: not working3.5%
  3. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength3.5%
  4. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced2.8%
  5. Suspension arm: corroded and seriously weakened2.8%
  6. Track rod end: ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.8%
  7. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn2.8%
  8. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.8%
  9. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced2.8%
  10. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault2.8%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Brakes28.5%
  2. Lights & electrics18.8%
  3. Suspension18.1%
  4. Body & chassis16.7%
  5. Emissions & leaks9.7%
  6. Steering6.3%
  7. Seat belts & airbags5.6%
  8. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)4.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine19.4%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened13.9%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases13.9%
  4. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened12.5%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded10.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2002 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee?

In 2024, 61.1% of 2002 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee cars passed their MOT first time, across 144 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee?

The most common failure reasons were exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases; position lamp: not working; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. The biggest problem area was brakes.

Is the 2002 Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 105, which is above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).