2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L Diesel · RF64 LCW

A mixed record of structural and braking component degradation defines the MOT history of this Jeep Grand Cherokee, highlighted most recently by a clean pass on the fifth of August 2025. While the vehicle successfully cleared its latest inspection without recorded defects, earlier examinations reveal significant mechanical attention was required, including a failure in June 2022 due to dangerously thin brake pads measuring under 1.5 millimetres and severely worn front discs. Further underscoring this wear pattern, a subsequent 2024 test noted severe deterioration of the offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover, indicating that heavy load-bearing components require ongoing scrutiny despite the intervening pass. Cumulative mileage sits at 122,427 miles across its twelve years on the road, translating to an average annual accumulation of roughly 10,200 miles. This usage rate aligns closely with typical driving patterns for a large four-wheel-drive utility vehicle of this age, meaning the mechanical assemblies have experienced standard operational wear rather than prolonged periods of inactivity or extreme commercial over-use. Testing intervals have remained regular and uninterrupted annually, providing a consistent chronological dataset that shows the vehicle has been continuously presented for roadworthiness checks without suspicious gaps or lay-ups. Targeted physical inspection during a test drive must focus heavily on the suspension and steering geometry, specifically checking the offside front upper control arm and ball joint for any residual play, clunking noises over sharp bumps, or wandering steering alignment. Given the historical severity of the 2022 braking defects involving both front and rear friction materials and discs, the prospective buyer should listen closely for any squealing, grinding, or vibration through the brake pedal under moderate and heavy deceleration, ensuring the braking system pulls straight and releases cleanly without binding. Further examination of the chassis should include inspecting the condition of the rear brake discs, which were previously flagged as worn, alongside a careful check of the remaining tyre tread depth across all four corners, noting that earlier advisories pointed to edge wear on previous sets. A thorough ramp inspection is recommended to verify that the suspension ball joint dust cover noted in 2024 has been properly renewed and that no secondary lubricant leaks or boot splits have developed on the CV joints or steering rack since the last examination.