2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7L Petrol · KH55 EPE
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (4.7L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2006. Recorded mileage 161,092 miles. MOT expired on 08 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (18 Feb 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,092 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KH55 EPE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2025
- 161,092 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KH55 EPE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (KH55 EPE) between December 2022 and January 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) ”.
KH55 EPE Mileage History
- 13/12/2022156,527 mi
- 13/12/2022156,527 mi
- 07/12/2023160,221 mi+3,694 mi
- 03/01/2024160,419 mi+198 mi
- 09/01/2025161,092 mi+673 mi
Average of roughly 2,200 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Jeep Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Diesel engine oil leaks (sump gasket and oil temperature sender)Moderate
The Mercedes-sourced 3.0-litre CRD diesel fitted to most UK Grand Cherokee WKs leaks oil from the sump gasket and the oil temperature sender unit, with drips collecting on the ground beneath the engine. Auto Express advises looking for drips on the ground, and CarBuyer confirms these leaks are a known issue. A slow seep can become a steady drip, and if the oil level is allowed to drop it risks serious engine damage. The leaks are often missed until a service reveals a wet underside, so a thorough check is essential on a used example.
- Worn rear shock absorbers and anti-roll-bar bushesModerate
The WK's rear shock absorbers and anti-roll-bar bushes are known weak spots. CarBuyer identifies shock absorbers and anti-roll-bar bushes as weak areas, and RAC notes worn rear shock absorbers on used examples. Worn bushes cause clunks and reduced body control, while failing shock absorbers give a bouncy ride and poor stability — especially when the large, heavy Grand Cherokee is loaded or towing, a common UK use. Replacement is straightforward but adds to the cost of running an already expensive-to-run SUV.
- Heating, ventilation and heated-seat element faultsModerate
The Grand Cherokee WK's heating and ventilation system is a weak spot, with faults often requiring dashboard removal to reach the blend doors and heater matrix. Auto Express describes heating and ventilation as weak spots and notes that faulty heated-seat elements prompted the first recall in March 2007, affecting all models built up to December 2005. Heated seats that do not work are a particular annoyance in UK winters. Because the components are buried behind the dash, even minor fixes are labour-heavy and expensive relative to the car's value.
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