2011 Jeep Compass 4X2 — MOT failures & pass rate
997 MOT tests on the 2011 Jeep Compass 4X2 are in this dataset, and 69.3% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 23.1% of the time, so this is 7.6pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 20.0% of all tests — 5.7 points clear of lighting & signalling, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, headlamp and ball joint — pins and bushes alone was recorded 103 times.
A 120-150k example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 33.3% versus 25.3%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 45.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 29.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 31.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 20.0% | 199 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 14.2% | 142 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.0% | 60 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.6% | 56 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.4% | 54 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.2% | 32 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 103 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 98 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 92 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 44 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 40 |
| 6 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 39 |
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 | 45.8% | 457 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.9% | 278 |
| 3 | Brakes | 26.8% | 267 |
| 4 | Other defects | 19.6% | 195 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 9.4% | 94 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.3% | 83 |
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 | 150 | 25.3% |
| 60-90k | 437 | 31.6% |
| 90-120k | 312 | 31.1% |
| 120-150k | 84 | 33.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 950 | 30.6% |
| Diesel | 47 | 31.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 214 | 29.0% |
| 2022 | 207 | 29.5% |
| 2023 | 206 | 31.1% |
| 2024 | 191 | 32.5% |
| 2025 | 179 | 31.8% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Compass 4X2
On a 2011 Compass 4X2, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (20.0% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (14.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (6.0% 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 2011 Jeep Compass 4X2s pass their MOT?
69.3% of the 997 2011 Jeep Compass 4X2 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Jeep Compass 4X2?
Suspension, recorded in 20.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (14.2%).
Does the 2011 Compass 4X2 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.3% in the 30-60k band to 33.3% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 997 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.