2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L Diesel · UT03 TAM

Recurrent issues with the offside braking system and recent suspension failure define the mechanical history of this vehicle. A significant failure in August 2021 involved severe brake grabbing and binding on the offside front which caused the vehicle to swerve, and similar brake binding remained an advisory as recently as August 2023. Most recently, the vehicle failed on 11 February 2026 due to a dangerous offside rear tyre with exposed cords and a worn lower front suspension arm bush, although it passed a subsequent test on 13 February 2026. The recorded mileage of 54,033 miles is low for a ten year old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,403 miles per year. This usage pattern suggests the vehicle has spent significant time stationary or has been used for short trips. Mechanically, such low accumulation can often lead to the premature degradation of rubber components and the seizing of braking hardware, which is reflected in the recorded suspension bush wear and the history of binding calipers. During a test drive, specific attention must be paid to the braking performance and steering stability. The history of offside front brake grabbing suggests a potential for the vehicle to pull to the right under deceleration; the driver should feel for any inconsistency in pedal pressure or a lack of linear stopping. Any shuddering or judder during braking should be noted, as this may relate to the previously flagged worn brake discs and thin pads. The suspension and tyre condition require close scrutiny. Given the recent failure of the offside rear suspension arm bush, the buyer should listen for knocks or clunks when traversing uneven surfaces or speed bumps. Additionally, the recurring advisories for tyres worn on the edges across multiple years indicate potential alignment issues or irregular wear patterns that should be visually inspected on all four corners to ensure the recent repairs have corrected the underlying cause.