Jeep Compass Crd MOT pass rate & common failures
The Jeep Compass Crd appears in 3,947 MOT tests spanning model years 2006–2013, and 71.0% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 22.3% of the time, so this is 6.7pp worse than the group it competes with. Its most common failure areas are suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 18.6% of tests against 13.7% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, ball joint and headlamp — pins and bushes alone was recorded 352 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 16.7% in the 0-30k band and 34.4% in the 150k+ band, a 17.8-point spread — more than double.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 41.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 28.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 31.6% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
By model year
Every Compass Crd model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 231 | 64.5% | 35.5% | Suspension |
| 2008 | 270 | 67.8% | 32.2% | Suspension |
| 2011 | 1,222 | 67.9% | 32.1% | Suspension |
| 2012 | 1,503 | 73.5% | 26.6% | Suspension |
| 2013 | 692 | 75.1% | 24.9% | Suspension |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 18.6% | 732 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 540 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.5% | 298 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.9% | 232 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.9% | 195 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.6% | 143 |
| 7 | Emissions & environmental | 3.5% | 139 |
| 8 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.6% | 102 |
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 | 352 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 318 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 250 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 162 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 157 |
| 6 | Sub-frame | 157 |
| 7 | Track rod end | 146 |
| 8 | Headlamp aim | 138 |
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 | 41.4% | 1,636 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.7% | 1,094 |
| 3 | Brakes | 25.5% | 1,005 |
| 4 | Other defects | 14.9% | 587 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 10.2% | 402 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 8.1% | 320 |
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 | 48 | 16.7% |
| 30-60k | 583 | 23.0% |
| 60-90k | 1,628 | 29.3% |
| 90-120k | 1,224 | 31.1% |
| 120-150k | 401 | 30.2% |
| 150k+ | 61 | 34.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 957 | 28.6% |
| 2022 | 907 | 27.5% |
| 2023 | 794 | 28.6% |
| 2024 | 706 | 29.6% |
| 2025 | 583 | 31.6% |
What to check before buying a Jeep Compass Crd
- Suspension (18.6% 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 (13.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (7.5% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Jeep Compass Crd?
71.0% of the 3,947 Jeep Compass Crd MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 29.0% fail rate, across model years 2006–2013.
What does the Jeep Compass Crd most often fail its MOT on?
Suspension, recorded in 18.6% of tests, then lighting & signalling (13.7%).
How much does mileage affect Compass Crd MOT results?
Fail rates run at 16.7% for cars in the 0-30k band and 34.4% for 150k+, a 17.8-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,947 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.