Jeep reliability and common MOT problems by model
Jeep shows a 15.4% combined MOT failure rate across 62,186 tests in MOTIntel data. Grand Cherokee has one of the lower high-confidence rates at 13.1%. Cherokee deserves extra checking at 17.3%.
Statistics are built from DVSA MOT tests carried out in calendar year 2023, plus official recall records and MOT fault wording data. Report index generated 2026-05-09.
Jeep combined failure rate: 15.4% — all-model average is 18.7%. Ranked #11 of 48 makes by failure rate (1 = lowest). Raw rates reflect each make's fleet age mix — newer fleets naturally fail less.
Grand Cherokee (13.1%), Compass (13.4%), Renegade (14.7%), Cherokee (17.3%)
Cherokee (17.3%), Renegade (14.7%), Compass (13.4%), Grand Cherokee (13.1%)
Most reliable Jeep models in MOT data
| # | Model | MOT failure rate | Tests | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 13.1% | 7,415 tests | 6,215 vehicles |
| 2 | Jeep Compass | 13.4% | 9,171 tests | 7,612 vehicles |
| 3 | Jeep Renegade | 14.7% | 29,505 tests | 24,469 vehicles |
| 4 | Jeep Cherokee | 17.3% | 7,042 tests | 5,674 vehicles |
Jeep models with the highest MOT failure rates
| # | Model | MOT failure rate | Tests | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeep Cherokee | 17.3% | 7,042 tests | 5,674 vehicles |
| 2 | Jeep Renegade | 14.7% | 29,505 tests | 24,469 vehicles |
| 3 | Jeep Compass | 13.4% | 9,171 tests | 7,612 vehicles |
| 4 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 13.1% | 7,415 tests | 6,215 vehicles |
Common Jeep MOT problem areas
| # | Problem area | MOT notes | Models affected | What to check | High-rate examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension and steering | 6,063 MOT notes | 4 models | Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and ask whether worn joints or bushes have been replaced. | Jeep Renegade, Jeep Compass, Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| 2 | Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors | 3,270 MOT notes | 4 models | Check the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, chips, cracks, and whether the driver's view is clear. | Jeep Compass, Jeep Renegade, Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| 3 | Lights and electrical | 1,763 MOT notes | 4 models | Test every exterior light, warning lamp, horn, washer, and basic electrical function before buying. | Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Renegade |
| 4 | Emissions, engine, and exhaust | 1,733 MOT notes | 4 models | Check cold starts, exhaust smoke, warning lights, service history, and recent emissions repairs. | Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Renegade, Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| 5 | Tyres and wheels | 1,151 MOT notes | 4 models | Look for matching tyres, legal tread, sidewall damage, wheel damage, and uneven wear. | Jeep Compass, Jeep Renegade, Jeep Cherokee |
| 6 | Corrosion and structure | 969 MOT notes | 4 models | Inspect sills, subframes, suspension mounts, brake pipes, and previous welding or rust repairs. | Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Compass |
All Jeep model reports
| Model | MOT tests | Vehicles | Failure rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renegade | 29,505 | 24,469 | 14.7% |
| Compass | 9,171 | 7,612 | 13.4% |
| Grand Cherokee | 7,415 | 6,215 | 13.1% |
| Cherokee | 7,042 | 5,674 | 17.3% |
| Wrangler limited data | 4,409 | 3,673 | 14.6% |
| G Cherokee Overland Crd A limited data | 1,710 | 1,293 | 24.1% |
| Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A limited data | 1,616 | 1,249 | 23.0% |
| Cherokee Limited Crd A limited data | 1,318 | 946 | 29.1% |
Models with limited data (fewer than 20,000 tests or 10,000 vehicles) have full reports but are not indexed in search engines until the evidence threshold is met.