2010 Chrysler Jeep Wrangler — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 276 MOT tests, the 2010 Chrysler Jeep Wrangler recorded a 76.4% pass rate. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (24.5% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.5% of tests against 10.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, side repeaters and position lamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 28 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2010 Wrangler fails 24.2% of the time in the 30-60k band and 25.7% at 120-150k, a spread of only 1.5 points.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 27.5% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 20.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 25.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.5% | 51 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 29 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.5% | 18 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.1% | 14 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.6% | 10 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.5% | 4 |
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 | 28 |
| 2 | Side repeaters | 26 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 14 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 14 |
| 5 | Wipers | 13 |
| 6 | Washers | 12 |
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 | 27.5% | 76 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 18.5% | 51 |
| 3 | Suspension | 16.3% | 45 |
| 4 | Tyres | 12.0% | 33 |
| 5 | Steering | 9.8% | 27 |
| 6 | Visibility | 9.1% | 25 |
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 | 62 | 24.2% |
| 60-90k | 100 | 21.0% |
| 90-120k | 65 | 26.2% |
| 120-150k | 35 | 25.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 49 | 20.4% |
| 2022 | 61 | 26.2% |
| 2023 | 59 | 27.1% |
| 2024 | 49 | 16.3% |
| 2025 | 58 | 25.9% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Wrangler
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 18.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (18.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (10.5% 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.
- Visibility (6.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 Wranglers pass their MOT?
76.4% of the 276 2010 Chrysler Jeep Wrangler MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 23.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Chrysler Jeep Wrangler?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.5% of tests, followed by brakes (10.5%).
Does the 2010 Wrangler get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.2% in the 30-60k band to 25.7% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 276 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.