2007 Chrysler Sebring — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2007 Chrysler Sebring passed 74.0% of its 504 recorded MOT tests. All cars of a similar age fail at 26.7%, so the 2007 Sebring sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 14.7% of all tests — 4.0 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, position lamp and ball joint — tread depth alone was recorded 34 times.
A 120-150k example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 32.1% versus 20.0%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 36.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 26.7% in 2021 to 19.2% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.7% | 74 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.7% | 54 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.7% | 54 |
| 4 | Visibility | 8.1% | 41 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 7.5% | 38 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.2% | 31 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 34 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 34 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 34 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 33 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 31 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 27 |
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 | 36.1% | 182 |
| 2 | Suspension | 34.7% | 175 |
| 3 | Tyres | 25.6% | 129 |
| 4 | Other defects | 14.1% | 71 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 13.7% | 69 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 69 |
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 | 85 | 20.0% |
| 60-90k | 196 | 24.5% |
| 90-120k | 159 | 28.3% |
| 120-150k | 53 | 32.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 429 | 25.4% |
| Diesel | 71 | 28.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 161 | 26.7% |
| 2022 | 126 | 25.4% |
| 2023 | 96 | 30.2% |
| 2024 | 69 | 24.6% |
| 2025 | 52 | 19.2% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Sebring
On a 2007 Sebring, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.7% 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 (10.7% 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.
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 Sebrings pass their MOT?
74.0% of the 504 2007 Chrysler Sebring MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Chrysler Sebring?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.7% of tests, followed by suspension (10.7%).
Does the 2007 Sebring get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.0% in the 30-60k band to 32.1% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 504 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.