JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT (1998)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 37 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
37
Avg Mileage
94,103 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the JEEP brand average of 78%.
At 26 years old, 68% of JEEP CHEROKEE SPORTs from 1998 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 37 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 94,103 miles.
How does the 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT has 94,103 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 192,400 miles for a 26-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT?
The most reliable year is the 2005 model with a 73% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 68%. The 1998 sits between the two at 68%.
How much does a 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT by Year
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About the 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT
The 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT is a large car with a 2460cc petrol engine. 37 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 86% of 1998 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 94,103 miles at 26 years old, JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT Fuel Costs
The 2460cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT
At 26 years old, the JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2005 model has the highest pass rate at 73%. Note: with only 37 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT
If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER (1996) 67% pass rate (-1%) from 8,643 tests
- BMW Z3 (1998) 77% pass rate (+9%) from 8,057 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1999) 78% pass rate (+10%) from 7,815 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2000) 67% pass rate (-1%) from 4,627 tests