2014 Chrysler Ypsilon — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2014 Chrysler Ypsilon passed 76.0% of its 8,212 recorded MOT tests. Against superminis of a similar age (19.4% fail rate), the 2014 Ypsilon comes out 4.6pp worse. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 14.6% of all tests — 8.0 points clear of lighting & signalling, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, coil spring and tread depth — shock absorbers alone was recorded 769 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 18.4% in the 0-30k band and 30.5% in the 120-150k band, a 12.1-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 29.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 21.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 14.6% | 1,201 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 6.6% | 541 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.6% | 459 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.6% | 376 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.9% | 317 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.1% | 257 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 769 |
| 2 | Coil spring | 581 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 288 |
| 4 | Wipers | 238 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 203 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 187 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 29.4% | 2,416 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.6% | 1,696 |
| 3 | Suspension | 19.1% | 1,568 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.4% | 853 |
| 5 | Other defects | 9.9% | 815 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 8.2% | 672 |
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 | 1,242 | 18.4% |
| 30-60k | 4,160 | 23.9% |
| 60-90k | 2,141 | 26.2% |
| 90-120k | 497 | 27.8% |
| 120-150k | 59 | 30.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 8,156 | 23.9% |
| Diesel | 56 | 32.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,626 | 21.8% |
| 2022 | 1,672 | 22.8% |
| 2023 | 1,699 | 24.9% |
| 2024 | 1,632 | 24.5% |
| 2025 | 1,583 | 26.0% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Ypsilon
On a 2014 Ypsilon, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (14.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (6.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (5.6% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
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 2014 Chrysler Ypsilons pass their MOT?
76.0% of the 8,212 2014 Chrysler Ypsilon MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Chrysler Ypsilon?
Suspension, recorded in 14.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (6.6%).
Does the 2014 Ypsilon get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.4% in the 0-30k band to 30.5% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,212 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.