Jeep Wrangler sport
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 6 years from 398 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
75%
Total Tests
398
Best Year
2002 (82%)
Years Covered
6
About the Jeep Wrangler sport
The Jeep Wrangler sport has been tested 398 times in 2026 MOT data across 6 model years (2000 to 2006), with an average pass rate of 75%. That's 7 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 2002 model is the most reliable with a 82% pass rate from 62 tests. The 2001 model has the lowest at 59%. With a 23 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Newer JEEP WRANGLER SPORTs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 15 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2000) averages 80,822 miles, while the newest (2006) averages 39,421 miles.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Jeep Wrangler sport by Year
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