2005 Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L Diesel · 42 HD
2005 Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee (3.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 77,909 miles. MOT valid until 30 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- CHRYSLER-JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
- Year / Origin
- 2005
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,909 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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42 HD Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 77,909 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
42 HD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee (42 HD) between June 2008 and May 2026.
The record contains 19 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
42 HD Mileage History
- 16/06/200824,775 mi
- 16/06/200824,775 mi
- 15/05/200929,879 mi+5,104 mi
- 17/05/201034,851 mi+4,972 mi
- 17/05/201140,622 mi+5,771 mi
- 17/05/201140,622 mi
- 16/05/201245,024 mi+4,402 mi
- 05/06/201346,148 mi+1,124 mi
- 06/06/201451,349 mi+5,201 mi
- 30/05/201555,070 mi+3,721 mi
- 03/06/201698,042 mi+42,972 mi
- 06/06/201764,329 mi-33,713 mi
- 06/06/201867,524 mi+3,195 mi
- 03/06/201968,583 mi+1,059 mi
- 01/06/202069,749 mi+1,166 mi
- 29/05/202171,877 mi+2,128 mi
- 01/06/202171,891 mi+14 mi
- 25/05/202273,766 mi+1,875 mi
- 22/05/202374,861 mi+1,095 mi
- 24/05/202374,861 mi
- 29/05/202476,066 mi+1,205 mi
- 30/05/202476,066 mi
- 28/05/202577,054 mi+988 mi
- 22/05/202677,909 mi+855 mi
Average of roughly 2,963 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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