Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 268 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

85%

Total Tests

268

Model Years

2007 to 2009

Years Covered

About the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited

The Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited was MOT tested 268 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (2007 to 2009), with an average pass rate of 85%. That's slightly above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list diesel versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2007) averages 129,684 miles, while the newest (2009) averages 105,069 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Jeep brand average of 78%, the Wrangler Sahara Unlimited performs 7 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Jeep range.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 2777cc)

£1,676

Road Tax

£410

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,491

Per month£208/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 2009 details

How reliable is the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited?

vs average of all models+3% (82% avg)

vs Jeep brand average+7% (78% avg)

Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited by Year

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

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2009	82%	133	105,069 mi
2008	83%	82	107,352 mi
2007	89%	53	129,684 mi

Questions about the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited

Is the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (2007 to 2009), the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited averages an 85% MOT pass rate, from 268 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 3 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.