2018 Jeep Cherokee 2.2L Diesel · SW18 NCC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive service pattern. While it passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 94,186 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. The trend for braking components is concerning, as faults are only addressed once they reach legal failure limits. The persistent presence of an oil leak across the last three years suggests a chronic issue that the owner has not investigated or repaired during standard service intervals. The mileage accumulation is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,800 miles per year. There is a significant jump of 14,760 miles between the June 2024 test at 78,200 miles and the June 2025 test at 92,960 miles. This indicates high annual usage, which explains the accelerated wear on consumables like brakes and suspension bushings. The consistent annual testing suggests the car is used regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods. A buyer must inspect the front braking system thoroughly, as the 2026 failure noted pitted and scored discs in addition to thin pads. This indicates the discs were likely allowed to run until the pads wore out, potentially damaging the rotor surface. The offside front suspension arm bush flagged in 2025 should be re-checked for further degradation, as these components often suffer uneven wear that affects steering precision. Finally, the recurring oil leak requires a professional diagnosis to determine if it originates from a simple gasket gasket or a more costly engine seal failure.