2010 Jeep Patriot — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,262 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Jeep Patriot, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 68.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (77.1%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 21.6% | 272 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 19.4% | 245 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.0% | 139 |
| 4 | Steering | 7.4% | 94 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.4% | 68 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.0% | 63 |
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 | 165 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 152 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 131 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 98 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 73 |
| 6 | Anti-lock braking system | 60 |
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 | 44.9% | 566 |
| 2 | Tyres | 26.9% | 339 |
| 3 | Brakes | 25.1% | 317 |
| 4 | Other defects | 12.8% | 161 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.0% | 152 |
| 6 | Steering | 8.3% | 105 |
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 | 200 | 31.5% |
| 60-90k | 490 | 31.8% |
| 90-120k | 412 | 32.3% |
| 120-150k | 123 | 31.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1,101 | 31.6% |
| Diesel | 161 | 33.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 307 | 30.6% |
| 2022 | 277 | 31.4% |
| 2023 | 263 | 34.6% |
| 2024 | 235 | 31.1% |
| 2025 | 180 | 31.7% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Patriot
Before buying a 2010 Jeep Patriot, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 21.6% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (21.6% 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 (19.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (11.0% 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 2010 Jeep Patriots pass their MOT?
68.2% of the 1,262 2010 Jeep Patriot MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Jeep Patriot?
Suspension, recorded in 21.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (19.4%).
Does the 2010 Patriot get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 31.5% in the 30-60k band to 31.7% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,262 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.