Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

32% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 342 vehicles, the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A (2004)

342 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.4% first-time pass rate

2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A

CarHunch analysed 342 real MOT records for the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 342 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2004 Grand Cherokee CRD is notably less reliable than the UK average, with a 72.5% first-time pass rate versus 80%, and a concerning 31.6% of vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—well above acceptable levels for a buyer considering one. The diesel engine itself isn't the problem here; rather, this is an ageing SUV with structural and mechanical vulnerabilities that accumulate over time.

At around 87,000 miles on average, these vehicles are mid-life for their age, yet they're racking up nearly 4 failures and 27 advisories per test, suggesting systemic wear in suspension, exhaust, and brake systems. Before buying, commission a pre-purchase inspection focused on the undercarriage, exhaust system integrity, and brake condition—this model's weak spots show up consistently in the data.

The 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A has a below-average first-time pass rate (74.4% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

74.4%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

31.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.99

Over 14.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

87k

Middle half: 70k–102k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 27.2 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 342 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 342 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 31.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	339	74.5%	3.99

Colour Breakdown

Based on 364 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 41.5%

151

Silver 32.1%

117

Blue 17.9%

Grey 8.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

86,628

typical

70,380

low mileage

102,118

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A vehicles fall between 70,380 and 102,118 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 70,380 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 70,380–102,118 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt As sit.

⚠ Over 137,859 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt A — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 12% of 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Sprt As are still active.

Numbers are declining — 30 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (12% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

14.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.99

Avg failures per vehicle

27.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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