2005 Chrysler Crossfire — MOT failures & pass rate
2,973 MOT tests on the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire are in this dataset, and 79.7% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (27.6% fail rate), the 2005 Crossfire comes out 7.3pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 13.5% of all tests — 6.1 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, headlamp and coil spring — headlamp aim alone was recorded 193 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 7.9% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 29.2% once past 150k — 3.7× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 28.6% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.5% | 400 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.4% | 220 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.8% | 173 |
| 4 | Tyres | 4.7% | 141 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.2% | 126 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.3% | 97 |
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 | 193 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 159 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 153 |
| 4 | Individual direction indicators | 135 |
| 5 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 102 |
| 6 | Wipers | 93 |
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 | 28.6% | 851 |
| 2 | Suspension | 22.8% | 677 |
| 3 | Tyres | 22.5% | 670 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 17.2% | 512 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 15.5% | 461 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.3% | 278 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 164 | 7.9% |
| 30-60k | 690 | 13.8% |
| 60-90k | 1,141 | 22.3% |
| 90-120k | 714 | 22.7% |
| 120-150k | 192 | 31.3% |
| 150k+ | 72 | 29.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 672 | 19.1% |
| 2022 | 631 | 20.1% |
| 2023 | 598 | 21.1% |
| 2024 | 551 | 22.1% |
| 2025 | 521 | 19.6% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Crossfire
On a 2005 Crossfire, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 13.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (13.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (7.4% 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.
- Brakes (5.8% 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.
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 2005 Chrysler Crossfires pass their MOT?
79.7% of the 2,973 2005 Chrysler Crossfire MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Chrysler Crossfire?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.5% of tests, followed by suspension (7.4%).
Does the 2005 Crossfire get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.9% in the 0-30k band to 29.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,973 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.