Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire MOT pass rate & common failures
Across 13 model years and 2,331 tests, the Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire passes its MOT 78.8% of the time. All cars of a similar age fail 27.5% of the time, so this is 6.2pp better than the group it competes with. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 12.8% of all tests — 3.9 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, coil spring and component mounting prescribed areas — headlamp aim alone was recorded 174 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 10.1% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 37.8% once past 150k — 3.7× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 29.6% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
By model year
Every Crossfire model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 214 | 77.6% | 22.4% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2004 | 681 | 74.6% | 25.4% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2005 | 645 | 80.0% | 20.0% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2006 | 513 | 81.1% | 18.9% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2007 | 253 | 82.6% | 17.4% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.8% | 299 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.0% | 209 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.9% | 137 |
| 4 | Tyres | 4.5% | 104 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.9% | 91 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.4% | 78 |
| 7 | Emissions & environmental | 2.5% | 58 |
| 8 | Steering | 1.3% | 30 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 174 |
| 2 | Coil spring | 120 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 109 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 108 |
| 5 | Individual direction indicators | 105 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 78 |
| 7 | Wipers | 58 |
| 8 | Tread depth | 45 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 29.6% | 690 |
| 2 | Suspension | 23.6% | 550 |
| 3 | Tyres | 23.3% | 542 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 17.5% | 407 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 14.6% | 340 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.2% | 238 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 138 | 10.1% |
| 30-60k | 692 | 15.5% |
| 60-90k | 860 | 23.4% |
| 90-120k | 445 | 23.2% |
| 120-150k | 151 | 35.1% |
| 150k+ | 45 | 37.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 542 | 21.4% |
| 2022 | 524 | 21.2% |
| 2023 | 475 | 21.7% |
| 2024 | 417 | 20.6% |
| 2025 | 373 | 21.2% |
What to check before buying a Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire
- Lighting & signalling (12.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (9.0% 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 (5.9% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire?
78.8% of the 2,331 Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 21.2% fail rate, across model years 2003–2015.
What does the Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.8% of tests, then suspension (9.0%).
How much does mileage affect Crossfire MOT results?
Fail rates run at 10.1% for cars in the 0-30k band and 37.8% for 150k+, a 27.6-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,331 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.