2006 Chrysler Jeep Commander — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 743 MOT tests analysed for the 2006 Chrysler Jeep Commander, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 76.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 27.1% in the 150k+ group versus 19.2% in the 60-90k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.7% | 109 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.8% | 65 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.8% | 65 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 5.4% | 40 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.1% | 38 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.7% | 35 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 66 |
| 2 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 30 |
| 3 | Wipers | 28 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 27 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 23 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 22 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 37.4% | 278 |
| 2 | Brakes | 25.7% | 191 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 21.7% | 161 |
| 4 | Tyres | 18.8% | 140 |
| 5 | Other defects | 12.8% | 95 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 12.8% | 95 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 120 | 19.2% |
| 90-120k | 231 | 23.8% |
| 120-150k | 219 | 26.0% |
| 150k+ | 144 | 27.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 604 | 24.5% |
| Petrol | 139 | 19.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 192 | 24.5% |
| 2022 | 156 | 21.1% |
| 2023 | 151 | 27.8% |
| 2024 | 127 | 19.7% |
| 2025 | 117 | 23.9% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Commander
Before buying a 2006 Chrysler Jeep Commander, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 14.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (14.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (8.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2006 Chrysler Jeep Commanders pass their MOT?
76.4% of the 743 2006 Chrysler Jeep Commander MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 23.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Chrysler Jeep Commander?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.7% of tests, followed by suspension (8.8%).
Does the 2006 Commander get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.2% in the 60-90k band to 27.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 743 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.