2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L Diesel · DA07 GAV

The Jeep Grand Cherokee presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT on 5 February 2026 at 122,454 miles passed, but the tester flagged four advisories relating to the front upper suspension arm ball joints. Both nearside and offside dust covers are severely deteriorated, and both joints are exhibiting slight play. This is a clear worsening trend compared with the clean pass recorded on 20 February 2025 at 110,197 miles. The deterioration appears to have accelerated over the final fourteen months of cover, suggesting the front suspension components are now approaching the point where remedial work will be needed to prevent further wear and potential failure. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a 2013 vehicle, averaging roughly 9,420 miles per year. The record shows a notable jump of approximately 14,000 miles between the February 2024 test at 95,926 miles and the February 2025 test at 110,197 miles, indicating heavier use in that period. The most recent test at 122,454 miles shows a further 12,257 miles covered in just under a year, which is consistent with sustained regular driving rather than long periods of inactivity. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record that would raise concern about extended untested periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the front upper suspension arm ball joints and their dust covers. Deteriorated covers allow dirt and moisture into the joint, accelerating wear and leading to the slight play now recorded on both sides. Left unaddressed, this can progress to excessive knocking, uneven tyre wear, and compromised steering precision. The failed test on 15 February 2025 at 109,964 miles for the same dust cover issue confirms this is a recurring and persistent problem rather than a one-off advisory. Beyond the suspension, the inoperative offside registration plate lamp is a minor electrical defect but should be verified as a simple bulb failure rather than a wiring fault. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, a thorough inspection of the underside for corrosion, brake condition, and exhaust integrity is also advisable, even though no such defects appear on the current certificate.