2014 Jeep Cherokee 2.0L Diesel · FD64 RMV

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee presents a mixed mechanical record characterised by two consecutive MOT failures centred on engine management system faults, partially offset by recent passes and a relative absence of corrosion advisories. The engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) was recorded as inoperative or indicating a fault on two separate occasions in early 2024, suggesting an intermittent or persistent emissions or engine management issue that required diagnostic intervention. Beyond the MIL concerns, the only structural or mechanical defect that triggered a major failure was an excessively worn nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush in April 2024, a component-related failure typical of vehicles that have covered substantial mileage on UK roads. A wiper effectiveness failure on the front screen in January 2025 is a relatively minor functional item, though the dual wiper defect notation indicates both sides were affected. The most recent test on 23 January 2026 recorded a pass with no advisories, indicating the vehicle met the minimum statutory standard at that point, but the preceding two-year period shows the car was not without mechanical concerns that required remediation. Annual mileage accumulation stands at approximately 9,195 miles per year across twelve years of recorded use, which sits broadly within expected parameters for a vehicle of this age. There is a notable eighteen-month gap between the December 2021 test and the February 2024 test, during which the vehicle either was not presented for testing or was exempt from MOT requirements. Given the test failure in February 2024 and the absence of any recorded test during that interval, the mileage and condition during this gap cannot be verified from the official record. The two tests within the 2024-2026 period reflect active use and presentation for testing, and the current odometer reading of 110,341 miles indicates moderate but consistent usage rather than long-term standing or high-mileage commercial deployment. This usage level places typical wear demands on consumables including brake friction material, tyres, and suspension components, all of which should be expected to require periodic replacement. Prospective buyers should pay particular attention to the rear suspension assembly, given the recorded failure of the nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the rear axle area when traversing speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or wandering from the rear end during cornering. A thorough visual inspection of all suspension linkages, bushes, and mounting points for perishing, splitting, or excessive play is warranted, ideally with the vehicle raised. The repeated engine MIL illumination is a significant concern that warrants pre-purchase diagnostic scanning with a professional-grade OBD tool to retrieve stored fault codes from the engine control unit. The vehicle should be observed from cold start and allowed to reach full operating temperature during any inspection, with attention paid to the exhaust for excessive smoke density, particularly under acceleration, given the advisory recorded in 2024 regarding vapour emissions. The recurring front inner tyre wear advisories on both nearside and offside sides in consecutive examinations suggest a persistent geometry or alignment issue that may not have been fully resolved, or alternatively indicates that the tyres being fitted are of an unsuitable specification. Uneven or rapid inner-edge tyre wear is a classic symptom of incorrect camber settings, worn suspension components, or insufficient periodic rotation. Request evidence of a recent four-wheel alignment check and inspect all four tyres for uneven tread depth across the width of the contact patch. The front brake discs and pads, along with any visible brake pipes and flexi-hoses, should be examined for corrosion, wear, and integrity, particularly given the vehicle's age and exposure to winter road conditions. Given the engine management history, a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection by a technician familiar with Jeep or FCA products would be prudent to verify that the MIL fault has been durably resolved rather than temporarily cleared, and to assess the general condition of the drivetrain, cooling system, and underbody components not fully visible during a standard MOT examination.