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Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A reliable? We analysed 5,087 real MOT tests across 575 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,087 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
67.2%
Typical Mileage
98,983mi
Annual Mileage
4,313mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
29yrs

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include constant velocity joint gaiter split, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

75.5%
2004
70.5%
2000
67.8%
1999
69.4%
1998
65.7%
1997
69%
1994

Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

constant velocity joint gaiter split 398
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 291
Brake pipe excessively corroded 240
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 232
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 191
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 172
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 147
Registration plate lamp not working 129
Stop lamp not working 127

Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,206 mi/yr
Typical
4,313 mi/yr
Average
5,323 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,036 mi/yr

Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2004 53 75.5% 65,322 95,508 123,907
2000 61 70.5% 47,822 74,220 93,453
1999 836 67.8% 70,686 91,098 110,544
1998 1,427 69.4% 78,532 96,451 120,805
1997 2,542 65.7% 82,658 103,271 126,140
1994 71 69.0% 110,386 190,722 246,504

How Long Does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A Last?

Based on 575 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
13.4 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
29 years

Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
98,983 mi
75th Percentile
123,945 mi
95th Percentile
169,530 mi
Max Recorded
995,303 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2004

75.5% MOT pass rate from 53 tests

Year to avoid
1997

65.7% MOT pass rate from 2,542 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.5% across 53 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A THIS CAR 67.2% 5,087 98,983 mi 29 yrs
Jeep Renegade 82.4% 216,942 45,731 mi 11 yrs
Jeep Cherokee 79.5% 73,214 61,010 mi 27 yrs
Jeep Grand Cherokee 82.8% 71,740 59,138 mi 27 yrs
Ferrari Portofino S-a 95.1% 3,200 8,488 mi — yrs

Compared to the Jeep Renegade (82.4% pass rate) and the Jeep Cherokee (79.5% pass rate), the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.2% across 5,087 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A are constant velocity joint gaiter split (398 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (291), and brake pipe excessively corroded (240). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A owner drives around 4,313 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A reliable?
Based on 5,087 MOT tests, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A has a 67.2% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A?
The most common MOT failures are constant velocity joint gaiter split, parking brake: efficiency below requirements, and brake pipe excessively corroded. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A do per year?
The typical Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A does around 4,313 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A last?
Most Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A models stay on UK roads for around 29 years based on our analysis of 575 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A is 2004 with a 75.5% pass rate across 53 tests.