At a Glance
Jeep has 85 identified common problems across 23 models, with the Patriot being the most affected model and suspension the most common problem category. Based on 1.4M MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read how we identify common car problems →
Below: per-model breakdowns of Jeep common problems, MOT failure rates by category, pass-rate data, and repair patterns drawn from 1.4M DVSA MOT tests across 20 years. Click any model to see generation-specific issues, mileage-banded fault patterns, and the most common MOT failures recorded by UK testers.
MOT Tests & Failures by Model
Top Jeep models by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Jeep Common Problems by Model
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Showing top 9 by MOT test volume — search to find any of 23 Jeep models.
Cherokee
Most common: Brakes
Grand Cherokee
Most common: Brakes
Renegade
Most common: Tyres & Wheels
Wrangler
Most common: Brakes
Compass
Most common: Tyres & Wheels
Patriot
Most common: Suspension
Commander
Most common: Suspension
Willys
Most common: Brakes
Cj7
Most common: Suspension
Most Common Jeep MOT Failures
Every reason Jeep vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 7.45% |
| 2 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 7.01% |
| 3 | Number plate lamp not working | 6.48% |
| 4 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 6.13% |
| 5 | Brake performance below minimum | 5.12% |
| 6 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 5.04% |
| 7 | Stop lamp not working | 5.04% |
| 8 | Brake pads or linings worn | 4.10% |
| 9 | Front lamp not working | 3.45% |
| 10 | Exhaust system fault | 3.37% |
| 11 | Driveshaft fault | 2.97% |
| 12 | Brake disc or drum worn | 2.62% |
| 13 | Tyre condition | 2.57% |
| 14 | Track rod end worn | 2.49% |
| 15 | Windscreen washer not working | 2.20% |
| 16 | Headlamp aim defect | 2.16% |
| 17 | Parking brake condition | 1.98% |
| 18 | Position lamp not working | 1.87% |
| 19 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 1.45% |
| 20 | Indicator fault | 1.29% |
| 21 | Fog lamp not working | 1.26% |
| 22 | Headlamp fault | 1.22% |
| 23 | ABS fault | 1.21% |
| 24 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 1.18% |
| 25 | Front suspension joint worn | 1.06% |
| 26 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 1.03% |
| 27 | Battery loose or leaking | 1.01% |
| 28 | Suspension mounting corroded | 0.93% |
| 29 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 0.92% |
| 30 | Seat belt condition | 0.90% |
| 31 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.76% |
| 32 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.70% |
| 33 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.66% |
| 34 | Rear lamp not working | 0.61% |
| 35 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.54% |
| 36 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.49% |
| 37 | Chassis condition | 0.49% |
| 38 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 0.49% |
| 39 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.47% |
| 40 | Horn not working | 0.46% |
| 41 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.45% |
| 42 | Drag link end worn | 0.40% |
| 43 | Front suspension fault | 0.35% |
| 44 | Airbag warning light on | 0.33% |
| 45 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.31% |
| 46 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 0.30% |
| 47 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.27% |
| 48 | Brake lever fault | 0.26% |
| 49 | Rear suspension fault | 0.26% |
| 50 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.25% |
| 51 | Tyre pressure monitoring system fault | 0.24% |
| 52 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.23% |
| 53 | Brake fluid leak | 0.21% |
| 54 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.20% |
| 55 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.18% |
| 56 | Steering rack fault | 0.18% |
| 57 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.18% |
| 58 | Electronic stability control fault | 0.17% |
| 59 | Brake pedal fault | 0.17% |
| 60 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.17% |
| 61 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.14% |
| 62 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.13% |
| 63 | King pin or swivel pin worn | 0.13% |
| 64 | Brake caliper fault | 0.12% |
| 65 | Propshaft fault | 0.12% |
| 66 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.12% |
| 67 | Engine oil leak | 0.12% |
| 68 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.11% |
| 69 | Electrical switch fault | 0.11% |
| 70 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.10% |
| 71 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.10% |
| 72 | Steering lock fault | 0.10% |
| 73 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.09% |
| 74 | Leaf spring broken or corroded | 0.09% |
| 75 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.09% |
| 76 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.08% |
| 77 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.08% |
| 78 | Steering free play excessive | 0.07% |
| 79 | Steering damper fault | 0.07% |
| 80 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.07% |
| 81 | Steering operation fault | 0.06% |
| 82 | Steering box fault | 0.06% |
| 83 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.06% |
| 84 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.06% |
| 85 | Towbar fault | 0.06% |
| 86 | Driver seat fault | 0.05% |
| 87 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | 0.05% |
| 88 | Power steering pump fault | 0.05% |
| 89 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | 0.05% |
| 90 | Steering arm worn | 0.04% |
| 91 | CV joint worn | 0.04% |
| 92 | Transmission oil leak | 0.04% |
| 93 | Steering column fault | 0.04% |
| 94 | Body security fault | 0.04% |
| 95 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.03% |
| 96 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | 0.03% |
| 97 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | 0.03% |
| 98 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.03% |
| 99 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.03% |
| 100 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.03% |
| 101 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.03% |
| 102 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.03% |
| 103 | Exhaust leak | 0.03% |
| 104 | Power steering ram fault | 0.03% |
| 105 | Front passenger door fault | 0.03% |
| 106 | Reversing lamp not working | 0.02% |
| 107 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.02% |
| 108 | Driver door fault | 0.02% |
| 109 | Driver airbag fault | 0.02% |
| 110 | Anchor bracket corroded | 0.02% |
| 111 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | 0.02% |
| 112 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.02% |
| 113 | Steering coupling worn | 0.02% |
| 114 | Radius arm worn or corroded | 0.02% |
| 115 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.02% |
| 116 | Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded | 0.02% |
| 117 | Passenger seat fault | 0.02% |
| 118 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | 0.01% |
| 119 | Undertray damaged or missing | 0.01% |
| 120 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | 0.01% |
| 121 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.01% |
| 122 | Axle corroded or damaged | 0.01% |
| 123 | Headlamp washer not working | 0.01% |
| 124 | Daytime running lamp not working | 0.01% |
| 125 | Handbrake fails on gradient | 0.01% |
| 126 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.01% |
| 127 | Steering intermediate drop arm worn | 0.01% |
| 128 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | 0.01% |
| 129 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | 0.01% |
| 130 | Speedometer fault | <0.01% |
| 131 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 132 | Suspension unit fault | <0.01% |
| 133 | Spare wheel fault | <0.01% |
| 134 | Steering drive system fault | <0.01% |
| 135 | Electronic braking system fault | <0.01% |
| 136 | Axle beam corroded or cracked | <0.01% |
| 137 | Electronic parking brake fault | <0.01% |
| 138 | Securing bolts missing or insecure | <0.01% |
| 139 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 140 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 141 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 142 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
| 143 | Indicator warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 144 | Leaf spring eye worn or broken | <0.01% |
| 145 | Panhard rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 146 | Main beam warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 147 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 148 | Suspension coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 149 | Stub axle worn | <0.01% |
| 150 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Outline marker lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 152 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 153 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 154 | Vehicle floor corroded | <0.01% |
| 155 | Torque or reaction arm worn | <0.01% |
| 156 | Steering shaft fault | <0.01% |
| 157 | Leaf spring slipper worn | <0.01% |
| 158 | Universal joint worn | <0.01% |
| 159 | Dip switch fault | <0.01% |
| 160 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 161 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 162 | Spring saddle corroded | <0.01% |
| 163 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 164 | Electric power steering fault | <0.01% |
| 165 | Halfshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 166 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 167 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 168 | Access panel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 169 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | <0.01% |
| 170 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 171 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 172 | Seat belt anchorage fault | <0.01% |
| 173 | Step damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 174 | Brake master cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 175 | Exhaust heat shield or sound insulation damaged | <0.01% |
| 176 | Seat belt or padding damaged | <0.01% |
| 177 | Brake master cylinder or servo mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 178 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 179 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 180 | Seat belt pre-tensioner fault | <0.01% |
| 181 | Passenger airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 182 | Transmission drive belt fault | <0.01% |
| 183 | Hand-operated brake valve condition | <0.01% |
| 184 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
| 185 | Reversing lamp switch fault | <0.01% |
| 186 | Brake linkage mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 187 | Loading door damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 188 | Passenger compartment corrosion | <0.01% |
| 189 | Brake relay lever fault | <0.01% |
| 190 | Brake clevis joint worn | <0.01% |
| 191 | Brake pedal linkage fault | <0.01% |
| 192 | Suspension air bellows damaged | <0.01% |
| 193 | Air suspension levelling valve fault | <0.01% |
| 194 | Air brake cylinder or actuator fault | <0.01% |
| 195 | Brake slack adjuster fault | <0.01% |
| 196 | Hydraulic suspension accumulator fault | <0.01% |
| 197 | Steering head bearings worn | <0.01% |
| 198 | Brake stationary pin worn | <0.01% |
| 199 | Cab corrosion or damage | <0.01% |
| 200 | Chain drive fault | <0.01% |
| 201 | Hinged tailboard damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 202 | Load sensing valve fault | <0.01% |
| 203 | Passenger hand grip fault | <0.01% |
| 204 | Seat belt load limiter fault | <0.01% |
Showing all 204 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Jeep MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for Jeep, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Jeep problems?
Based on analysis of 1.4M Jeep MOT tests from DVSA data, Jeep has 85 identified common problems across 23 models. The Jeep Patriot has the most recorded problems. Suspension issues are the most common category.
Which Jeep model has the most problems?
By total identified common problems, the Jeep Patriot has the highest count with 29 problems. This is partly because it is one of the more popular Jeep models on UK roads. See the models grid for a full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
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