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R38 LGT

1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A

Blue Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

228,002 mi
Last recorded228,002 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A103,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR38 LGT
MakeJeep
ModelGrand Cherokee Laredo A
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 228,002 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 220,132 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 207,436 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 207,436 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 195,704 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 195,704 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 187,223 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 177,489 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 177,187 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 166,845 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 141,120 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 141,119 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 106,188 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 74,981 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 74,981 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 53,973 miles

Front registration plate discolouring slightly

Pass 11 Apr 2008 51,392 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 48,105 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 44,332 miles

How Reliable is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A?

Based on 5,087 MOT tests across 575 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
4,313
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

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
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R38 LGT is a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A in Blue with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 103,271 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 398 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R38 LGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R38 LGT registered?

R38 LGT is a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo A, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R38 LGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R38 LGT shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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