2012 Chrysler-jeep Cherokee MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Cherokee models manufactured in 2012, based on 209 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Cherokee cars tested in 2012. Want to see how cars built in 2012 hold up over time?
View 2012 Chrysler-jeep Cherokee vintage page → (96.8% current pass rate)2012 Chrysler-jeep Cherokee MOT Analysis
The 2012 Chrysler-jeep Cherokee has an MOT pass rate of 81.8% based on 209 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 66,809 miles on the odometer. With a 18.2% failure rate, the 2012 Cherokee is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Chrysler-jeep Cherokee is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 0.5% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50.
Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall Cherokee page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 66,809 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.07 | 0.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2012 Chrysler-jeep Cherokee has an MOT pass rate of 81.8% based on 209 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 66,809 miles on the odometer. With a 18.2% failure rate, the 2012 Cherokee is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Chrysler-jeep Cherokee, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. At 66,809 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.5% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2012 Chrysler-jeep Cherokee models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.