2007 Chrysler-Jeep Voyager — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 421 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Chrysler-Jeep Voyager, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 71.7% was below the average for cars of a similar age (74.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 17.6% | 74 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 13.8% | 58 |
| 3 | Suspension | 13.3% | 56 |
| 4 | Steering | 4.5% | 19 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.3% | 18 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.0% | 17 |
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) | 32 |
| 2 | Anti-lock braking system | 31 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 28 |
| 4 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 25 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 25 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 17 |
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 | 37.5% | 158 |
| 2 | Suspension | 33.3% | 140 |
| 3 | Tyres | 31.8% | 134 |
| 4 | Other defects | 26.6% | 112 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 23.3% | 98 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 10.4% | 44 |
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 | 32 | 25.0% |
| 60-90k | 67 | 23.9% |
| 90-120k | 152 | 27.0% |
| 120-150k | 107 | 33.6% |
| 150k+ | 63 | 28.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 391 | 29.2% |
| Petrol | 30 | 16.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 130 | 29.2% |
| 2022 | 102 | 23.5% |
| 2023 | 91 | 29.7% |
| 2024 | 58 | 31.0% |
| 2025 | 40 | 30.0% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Voyager
Before buying a 2007 Chrysler-Jeep Voyager, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 17.6% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (17.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (13.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.3% 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.
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 2007 Chrysler-Jeep Voyagers pass their MOT?
71.7% of the 421 2007 Chrysler-Jeep Voyager MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Chrysler-Jeep Voyager?
Brakes, recorded in 17.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (13.8%).
Does the 2007 Voyager get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.0% in the 30-60k band to 28.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 421 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.