2004 Chrysler Voyager — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 784 MOT tests, the 2004 Chrysler Voyager recorded a 67.6% pass rate. Against MPVs of a similar age (30.1% fail rate), the 2004 Voyager comes out 2.3pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (19.1%) and brakes (18.1%) 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, rbt (sp) and headlamp aim — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 65 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 27.8% in the 30-60k band and 32.5% in the 150k+ band, a 4.7-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 43.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 35.2% in 2021 to 29.5% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.1% | 150 |
| 2 | Brakes | 18.1% | 142 |
| 3 | Suspension | 15.8% | 124 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.6% | 67 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 6.3% | 49 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.6% | 44 |
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 | 65 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 64 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 54 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 52 |
| 5 | Anti-lock braking system | 51 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 45 |
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 | 43.4% | 340 |
| 2 | Suspension | 36.6% | 287 |
| 3 | Other defects | 31.1% | 244 |
| 4 | Tyres | 30.2% | 237 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 29.1% | 228 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 28.9% | 227 |
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 | 36 | 27.8% |
| 60-90k | 144 | 25.0% |
| 90-120k | 238 | 31.5% |
| 120-150k | 203 | 39.4% |
| 150k+ | 163 | 32.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 577 | 33.8% |
| Petrol | 207 | 28.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 304 | 35.2% |
| 2022 | 194 | 32.5% |
| 2023 | 138 | 29.0% |
| 2024 | 87 | 29.9% |
| 2025 | 61 | 29.5% |
What to check before buying a 2004 Voyager
On a 2004 Voyager, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (19.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (18.1% 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 (15.8% 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 2004 Chrysler Voyagers pass their MOT?
67.6% of the 784 2004 Chrysler Voyager MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2004 Chrysler Voyager?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.1% of tests, followed by brakes (18.1%).
Does the 2004 Voyager get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 27.8% in the 30-60k band to 32.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 784 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.