2006 Chrysler Crossfire — MOT failures & pass rate
2,978 MOT tests on the 2006 Chrysler Crossfire are in this dataset, and 80.0% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (27.4% fail rate), the 2006 Crossfire comes out 7.4pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.7% of tests against 6.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, headlamp and individual direction indicators — headlamp aim alone was recorded 241 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 5.9% in the 0-30k band and 35.0% in the 150k+ band, a 29.1-point spread — more than double.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 26.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 17.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 20.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 407 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.3% | 188 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.0% | 179 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.7% | 139 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.6% | 136 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.8% | 83 |
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 | 241 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 158 |
| 3 | Individual direction indicators | 118 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 113 |
| 5 | Wipers | 100 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 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 | 26.9% | 801 |
| 2 | Tyres | 21.1% | 627 |
| 3 | Suspension | 19.6% | 583 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.2% | 482 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 15.6% | 465 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.5% | 252 |
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 | 170 | 5.9% |
| 30-60k | 926 | 15.6% |
| 60-90k | 1,065 | 20.8% |
| 90-120k | 622 | 25.9% |
| 120-150k | 155 | 27.7% |
| 150k+ | 40 | 35.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 662 | 17.8% |
| 2022 | 659 | 19.4% |
| 2023 | 624 | 22.0% |
| 2024 | 544 | 20.8% |
| 2025 | 489 | 20.0% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Crossfire
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 13.7% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (13.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (6.3% 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.
- Suspension (6.0% 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 Crossfires pass their MOT?
80.0% of the 2,978 2006 Chrysler Crossfire MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Chrysler Crossfire?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.7% of tests, followed by brakes (6.3%).
Does the 2006 Crossfire get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.9% in the 0-30k band to 35.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,978 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.