JEEP CHEROKEE2018 · 2.2L DIESEL

The most recent MOT in August 2025 passed at just over 70,000 miles, but it flagged a bad engine oil leak and both front tyres worn close to the legal limit with edge wear. The main risk pattern is a recurring front tyre edge wear issue and a worsening engine oil leak. Front tyre edge wear was noted in 2022, escalated to a dangerous failure with exposed cords and deep cuts in 2023, and has returned as an advisory in 2025. This repeated scrubbing strongly suggests an unresolved suspension or steering alignment problem rather than just normal tyre wear. Meanwhile, an oil leak observed at the rear of the engine bay in 2024 has escalated to a bad leak by 2025. The vehicle's condition trend is clearly worsening. The oil leak is progressing, and the underlying cause of the tyre destruction has never been addressed, meaning it will likely ruin the front tyres again quickly. Brake fluid was also close to the minimum mark in 2024, which adds to the list of neglected basics. At roughly 8,750 miles per year, the mileage is typical for an eight-year-old car. This points to standard usage rather than extreme wear or long periods sitting idle, making the persistent front tyre destruction even more suspicious for a mechanical fault rather than mere mileage wear.