2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager — MOT failures & pass rate
605 MOT tests on the 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager are in this dataset, and 71.1% of them passed. MPVs of a similar age fail at 29.7%, so the 2001 Grand Voyager sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (16.9%) and brakes (16.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, headlamp and rbt (sp) — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 63 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 23.8% in the 30-60k band and 28.7% in the 150k+ band, a 4.9-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 38.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 32.3% in 2021 to 19.1% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.9% | 102 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.7% | 101 |
| 3 | Suspension | 13.4% | 81 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.1% | 37 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.8% | 35 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.1% | 25 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 63 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 47 |
| 3 | Rbt (sp) | 46 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 43 |
| 5 | Anti-lock braking system | 36 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 33 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 38.7% | 234 |
| 2 | Brakes | 38.4% | 232 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 29.9% | 181 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 25.4% | 154 |
| 5 | Tyres | 23.8% | 144 |
| 6 | Other defects | 23.1% | 140 |
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 | 63 | 23.8% |
| 60-90k | 122 | 25.4% |
| 90-120k | 143 | 30.1% |
| 120-150k | 166 | 33.1% |
| 150k+ | 108 | 28.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 487 | 28.9% |
| Diesel | 118 | 28.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 232 | 32.3% |
| 2022 | 143 | 26.6% |
| 2023 | 102 | 28.4% |
| 2024 | 81 | 29.6% |
| 2025 | 47 | 19.1% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Grand Voyager
On a 2001 Grand Voyager, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 16.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (16.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (16.7% 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 (13.4% 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.
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 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyagers pass their MOT?
71.1% of the 605 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.9% of tests, followed by brakes (16.7%).
Does the 2001 Grand Voyager get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 23.8% in the 30-60k band to 28.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 605 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.