2005 Jeep Cherokee Renegade CRD A 2.8L Diesel · SL05 AHZ

The 21‑year‑old Jeep Cherokee Renegade CRD A passed its latest MOT on 21 March 2024 at 115,771 miles, recording only a rear registration lamp defect as an advisory. Previous tests show recurring suspension and brake failures that have been remedied intermittently, indicating a maintenance pattern that is neither consistently neglected nor meticulously maintained, but the recent pass suggests the most serious issues have been addressed. The recorded mileage of 115,771 equates to roughly 5,500 miles per year, a figure that is low for a vehicle of this age and points to periods of limited use or long standing intervals. Mileage remained unchanged between the 4 July 2022 failure at 111,192 miles and the 11 July 2022 pass, indicating the car may have been stationary for several weeks. The jump from 111,192 miles in July 2022 to 114,991 miles in July 2023 represents an accumulation of about 3,800 miles over 13 months, while the interval from 96,112 miles in July 2019 to 111,192 miles in July 2022 shows a steadier rise of roughly 15,000 miles over three years. Recurring faults centre on the suspension and braking systems: multiple entries flagged excessive play in the front track rod ends and ball joints, a fractured off‑side coil spring, and deteriorating suspension bushes, while the rear parking brake has repeatedly been recorded inoperative on one side and efficiency below 50%. Brake wear is evident, with rear discs described as pitted or scored, rear pads wearing thin, and parking brake efficiency falling below the required threshold on several occasions. Structural rust appears in the sills and underside components, and the exhaust system has required support and suffered serious weakening in earlier tests. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the front and rear suspension components, checking for worn ball joints, loose track rod ends, and any signs of cracked or broken coil springs, as well as the integrity of the drive shaft constant‑velocity boot. The braking system warrants close examination of the rear discs for pitting, the thickness of the pads, the operation of the parking brake on both sides, and the condition of the brake hoses and calipers for binding or corrosion. Finally, the underbody and sill areas should be scrutinised for rust, and the exhaust hanger and support brackets verified to be securely fitted, given the history of structural weakness.