2002 Jeep Cherokee 2.5 CRD Limited 2.5L Diesel · KA02 AAU

The vehicle currently presents a significant roadworthiness risk due to a lack of recent regulatory testing. The last recorded MOT test occurred on 27 September 2021 at 180,511 miles resulting in a failure with no recorded defects, yet the vehicle has not undergone a formal inspection in nearly five years. While the historical data shows a pattern of instability where the vehicle frequently failed immediately prior to a pass, the absence of data since 2021 makes the current mechanical state and structural integrity of the Cherokee unknown. The mileage profile remains consistent with a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per annum. Between April 2019 at 167,613 miles and September 2020 at 175,720 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 8,000 miles, suggesting standard usage patterns. However, the five-year gap between the 2021 test and today suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and the corrosion of fuel lines regardless of the low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the structural integrity of the chassis and frame, as vehicles of this age are prone to significant rust. Given the history of repeated failures followed by passes, the suspension bushes, coil springs, and control arms require scrutiny for excessive wear as the previous owners likely only addressed faults immediately before each test. The buyer should also check for fluid leaks and the condition of the braking system, as the long interval without testing increases the likelihood of perished seals and degraded brake fluid.