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Jeep Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 459 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

71%

Total Tests

459

Model Years

2001 to 2003

Years Covered

3

About the Jeep Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto

The Jeep Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto was MOT tested 459 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (2001 to 2003), with an average pass rate of 71%. That's 11 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2001) averages 108,648 miles, while the newest (2003) averages 95,540 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Jeep brand average of 78%, the Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto is 7 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Jeep models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 3700cc)
£1,958
Road Tax
£790
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£3,303
Per month£275/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2003 details

How reliable is the Jeep Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto?

vs average of all models-11% (82% avg)
vs Jeep brand average-7% (78% avg)

Jeep Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200372%12795,540 mi
200272%25899,755 mi
200170%74108,648 mi

Questions about the Jeep Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto

Is the Jeep Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (2001 to 2003), the Jeep Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto averages a 71% MOT pass rate, from 459 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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