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JEEP WRANGLER (2017)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 765 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£2,192

£183/month

MOT Pass Rate

87%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 35-50

3600cc Petrol

Solid Option

87% pass rate, £2192/year to run. 5 points above average.

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Petrol3600cc9 years old765 tests44k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 3600cc)

~30 mpg

£1,592
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,192
Per month£183/mo
Per week£42/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

87% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the JEEP brand average of 78%.

At 9 years old, 87% of JEEP WRANGLERs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 765 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 44,380 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2017 cars372th of 579(top 64%)
Rank among JEEP models63th of 336(top 19%)
vs national average+5%(82% avg)
vs 2017 cars average+0%(87% avg)
vs JEEP average+9%(78% avg)

Mileage Analysis

44,380

Average miles

vs

66,600

Expected for age

The average 2017 JEEP WRANGLER has 44,380 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 97% MOT pass rate, while the 1999 model has the lowest at 70%. The 2017 sits between the two at 87%.

JEEP WRANGLER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202276%5522,432 mi
202192%1,01425,159 mi
202097%1,10027,112 mi
201993%1,63534,799 mi
201890%83240,647 mi
201787%76544,380 mi
201687%79852,444 mi
201584%1,36258,367 mi
201483%1,05066,190 mi
201381%54271,203 mi
201288%9088,026 mi
201193%7566,724 mi
201079%13278,289 mi
200976%7182,717 mi
200872%11696,992 mi
200779%13486,919 mi
200686%16773,411 mi
200589%11069,925 mi
200484%13178,614 mi
200380%15382,362 mi
200288%8680,793 mi
200177%7797,349 mi
200090%6778,650 mi
199970%7083,218 mi
199878%130102,624 mi
199784%8381,379 mi

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About the 2017 JEEP WRANGLER

The 2017 JEEP WRANGLER is a performance with a 3600cc petrol engine. 765 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2017, the average MOT pass rate is 87%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 44,380 miles at 9 years old, JEEP WRANGLER owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2017 JEEP WRANGLER Fuel Costs

The 3600cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. 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 2017 JEEP WRANGLER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,192 183/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 87% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

JEEP WRANGLER Reliability Trend

Newer JEEP WRANGLERs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2017 JEEP WRANGLER

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 97%.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2017 JEEP WRANGLER's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 9 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Oil Consumption

Medium risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2017 JEEP WRANGLER stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
JEEP WRANGLER(2017)87%£1592£195Grp 35-50£2192
MERCEDES C(2016)88%£1592£250Grp 35-50£2247+£55
AUDI A6(2016)89%£1592£250Grp 35-50£2247+£55
PORSCHE MACAN(2015)91%£1592£250Grp 35-50£2097-£95
VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG(2015)85%£1592£250Grp 35-50£2247+£55

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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