2014 Jeep Cherokee 2.0L Diesel · WP64 SVF

The vehicle currently presents a concerning state of roadworthiness characterized by a reactive rather than proactive maintenance strategy. While the most recent MOT test in January 2025 at 83,858 miles passed, it followed a period of significant decline involving multiple mechanical failures. The trend shows a pattern where components are only addressed after failing a test, rather than being serviced at regular intervals. The presence of an offside front binding brake and an oil leak in the January 2025 pass indicates that mechanical issues persist despite the recent successful inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage-use vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year over its 12-year life. However, the data reveals a dense cluster of activity and failure between December 2023 and January 2025, where the vehicle covered only 9,216 miles across three separate testing events. This suggests a period of heavy mechanical strain or an attempt to rectify long-standing maintenance neglect. The gap between the December 2023 pass and the December 2024 failure shows a year of low usage during which critical components like suspension bushes and brake hardware reached failure points. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the entire suspension and braking system. The record shows recurring excessive wear on nearside rear upper suspension arm bushes and offside front suspension bushes, alongside a worn nearside rear drive shaft joint flagged in late 2024. The braking history is particularly poor, with multiple failures for thin pads, pitted discs, and a binding offside caliper. The reported coolant leak in 2024 and the non-excessive oil leak noted in 2025 necessitate a professional pressure test to ensure these are not indicative of deeper engine cooling or head gasket degradation.