2006 Chrysler Jeep Grand Voyager — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,078 MOT tests, the 2006 Chrysler Jeep Grand Voyager recorded a 71.9% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 27.3%, so the 2006 Grand Voyager sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (18.6%) and brakes (17.8%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), headlamp and position lamp — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 109 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 60-90k one: 30.3% versus 20.7%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 28.2% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 28.4% in 2021 to 24.6% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.6% | 200 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.8% | 192 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.7% | 115 |
| 4 | Tyres | 4.6% | 50 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.5% | 49 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.2% | 45 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 109 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 82 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 73 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 70 |
| 5 | Anti-lock braking system | 62 |
| 6 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 58 |
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 | 28.2% | 304 |
| 2 | Suspension | 27.4% | 295 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.3% | 294 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 23.4% | 252 |
| 5 | Other defects | 23.0% | 248 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 17.6% | 190 |
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 | 164 | 20.7% |
| 90-120k | 391 | 29.7% |
| 120-150k | 288 | 26.7% |
| 150k+ | 188 | 30.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 764 | 29.1% |
| Petrol | 314 | 25.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 313 | 28.4% |
| 2022 | 258 | 26.7% |
| 2023 | 219 | 33.3% |
| 2024 | 158 | 25.3% |
| 2025 | 130 | 24.6% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Grand Voyager
On a 2006 Grand Voyager, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 18.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (18.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (17.8% 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.
- Suspension (10.7% 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.
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 Grand Voyagers pass their MOT?
71.9% of the 1,078 2006 Chrysler Jeep Grand Voyager MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Chrysler Jeep Grand Voyager?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.6% of tests, followed by brakes (17.8%).
Does the 2006 Grand Voyager get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.7% in the 60-90k band to 30.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,078 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.