2006 Chrysler-Jeep Voyager — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Voyager passed 66.5% of its 281 recorded MOT tests. All cars of a similar age fail 27.2% of the time, so this is 6.2pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: brakes, recorded in 22.1% of tests against 14.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), component mounting prescribed areas and headlamp aim — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 37 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 39.7% in the 60-90k band and 32.4% in the 150k+ band, a 7.3-point spread.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 44.5% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 30.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 40.9% in 2024, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 22.1% | 62 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 14.9% | 42 |
| 3 | Suspension | 13.9% | 39 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.9% | 25 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.2% | 23 |
| 6 | Steering | 7.8% | 22 |
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) | 37 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 21 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 4 | Wipers | 20 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 16 |
| 6 | Anti-lock braking system | 15 |
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 | 44.5% | 125 |
| 2 | Suspension | 37.7% | 106 |
| 3 | Tyres | 28.1% | 79 |
| 4 | Other defects | 25.6% | 72 |
| 5 | Steering | 19.6% | 55 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 19.2% | 54 |
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 | 63 | 39.7% |
| 90-120k | 95 | 29.5% |
| 120-150k | 64 | 39.1% |
| 150k+ | 37 | 32.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 239 | 35.6% |
| Petrol | 42 | 21.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 93 | 30.1% |
| 2022 | 58 | 29.3% |
| 2023 | 63 | 38.1% |
| 2024 | 44 | 40.9% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Voyager
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: brakes accounted for 22.1% of tests. Start there.
- Brakes (22.1% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (14.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.9% 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 Voyagers pass their MOT?
66.5% of the 281 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Voyager MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 33.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Chrysler-Jeep Voyager?
Brakes, recorded in 22.1% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (14.9%).
Does the 2006 Voyager get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 39.7% in the 60-90k band to 32.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 281 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.