Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland MOT pass rate and common problems
76.3% of 3,046 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland MOT tests pass.
At 76.3%, the Grand Cherokee Overland passes slightly less often than the average across all Jeep models (80.1%).
At 76.3%, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 78.0% at 10–15 years to 74.8% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | 78.0% | 1,421 | 100,834 miles |
| 15+ years | 74.8% | 1,624 | 124,369 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland
The most common reason the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 62.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 62.2% | Not working |
| Brakes | 38.9% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Suspension | 38.9% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Visibility | 16.5% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 13.6% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.1% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Tyres | 10.7% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 6.0% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 5.9% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Road Wheels | 2.7% | Fixing missing |
Buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland: what to check
These checks follow the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland comes between 10–15 years and 15+ years old, from 78.0% to 74.8%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 30,000–60,000 mi to 60,000–90,000 mi: 92.2% down to 82.4%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 62.2% of failed Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
2. Brakes
Recorded in 38.9% of failed Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
3. Suspension
Recorded in 38.9% of failed Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland MOTs. 16.7% of tests at 15+ years failed on suspension, against 6.3% at 10–15 years.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
4. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 16.5% of failed Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
5. Bodywork and corrosion
Recorded in 13.6% of failed Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland MOTs. 6.0% of tests at 15+ years failed on bodywork and corrosion, against 2.0% at 10–15 years.
Look underneath and along the sills for corrosion, especially near suspension and seat-belt mountings. Uneven panel gaps or mismatched paint can indicate accident repair.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Jeep service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Jeep models
- Jeep Renegade — 81.3% pass rate
- Jeep Compass — 82.0% pass rate
- Jeep Grand Cherokee — 82.1% pass rate
- Jeep Cherokee — 74.9% pass rate
- Jeep Wrangler — 83.4% pass rate
- Jeep Patriot — 59.5% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland?
- 76.3% of Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland MOT tests pass, based on 3,046 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland?
- The most common reason the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 62.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- What are the common problems with the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland are lights and electrics; brakes; suspension.
- What should I check when buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; brakes; suspension; windscreen and wipers; bodywork and corrosion. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Jeep service history guide for how to check and keep one.