2010 Chrysler-Jeep Patriot — MOT failures & pass rate
1,253 MOT tests on the 2010 Chrysler-Jeep Patriot are in this dataset, and 66.0% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 24.1% of the time, so this is 9.9pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 22.3% of all tests — 4.5 points clear of lighting & signalling, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, ball joint and position lamp — pins and bushes alone was recorded 214 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2010 Patriot fails 31.1% of the time in the 30-60k band and 31.6% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.5 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 47.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 22.3% | 279 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 17.8% | 223 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.6% | 145 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 7.8% | 98 |
| 5 | Steering | 6.8% | 85 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.6% | 83 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 214 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 166 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 118 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 90 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 71 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 65 |
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 | 47.8% | 599 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.1% | 327 |
| 3 | Tyres | 25.7% | 322 |
| 4 | Other defects | 12.7% | 159 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 10.6% | 133 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.9% | 86 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 148 | 31.1% |
| 60-90k | 401 | 31.9% |
| 90-120k | 430 | 36.3% |
| 120-150k | 210 | 35.7% |
| 150k+ | 57 | 31.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 769 | 33.9% |
| Petrol | 484 | 34.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 305 | 31.1% |
| 2022 | 292 | 34.6% |
| 2023 | 270 | 37.0% |
| 2024 | 222 | 35.1% |
| 2025 | 164 | 31.7% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Patriot
On a 2010 Patriot, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 22.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (22.3% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (17.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (11.6% 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 2010 Chrysler-Jeep Patriots pass their MOT?
66.0% of the 1,253 2010 Chrysler-Jeep Patriot MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 34.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Chrysler-Jeep Patriot?
Suspension, recorded in 22.3% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (17.8%).
Does the 2010 Patriot get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 31.1% in the 30-60k band to 31.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,253 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.