2006 Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire — MOT failures & pass rate
513 MOT tests on the 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire are in this dataset, and 81.1% of them passed. That is 8.4 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 27.3%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 12.5% of all tests — 6.0 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, headlamp and individual direction indicators — headlamp aim alone was recorded 34 times.
A 90-120k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 23.2% versus 12.5%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 32.0% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 18.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 20.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.5% | 64 |
| 2 | Suspension | 6.4% | 33 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.3% | 27 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.1% | 26 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.9% | 20 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.9% | 20 |
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 | 34 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 29 |
| 3 | Individual direction indicators | 29 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 24 |
| 5 | Wipers | 20 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 13 |
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 | 32.0% | 164 |
| 2 | Tyres | 25.3% | 130 |
| 3 | Suspension | 23.0% | 118 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 18.3% | 94 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 13.5% | 69 |
| 6 | Other defects | 8.8% | 45 |
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 | 40 | 12.5% |
| 30-60k | 165 | 13.3% |
| 60-90k | 201 | 21.4% |
| 90-120k | 69 | 23.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 116 | 18.1% |
| 2022 | 114 | 14.9% |
| 2023 | 103 | 18.4% |
| 2024 | 98 | 23.5% |
| 2025 | 82 | 20.7% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Crossfire
On a 2006 Crossfire, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 12.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (12.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (6.4% 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 (5.3% 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 Crossfires pass their MOT?
81.1% of the 513 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Crossfire?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.5% of tests, followed by suspension (6.4%).
Does the 2006 Crossfire get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.5% in the 0-30k band to 23.2% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 513 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.