Jeep Cherokee sport
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 5 years from 286 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
72%
Total Tests
286
Best Year
1996 (78%)
Years Covered
5
About the Jeep Cherokee sport
The Jeep Cherokee sport has been tested 286 times in 2026 MOT data across 5 model years (1996 to 2005), with an average pass rate of 72%. That's 10 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1996 model is the most reliable with a 78% pass rate from 36 tests. The 2002 model has the lowest at 68%. The 10 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1996) averages 131,929 miles, while the newest (2005) averages 86,882 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 sport is 6 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Jeep models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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