Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser. Check any Pt Cruiser by registration number below.

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64.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.9%

vs Chrysler Jeep Avg

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser — MOT Reliability Overview

The Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser has an average MOT pass rate of 64.4%, which is 3.9 percentage points below the Chrysler Jeep brand average of 68.3%. This suggests the Pt Cruiser can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your Pt Cruiser for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 58 vehicles

63.8%Below Average

Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

26.5%

2007

Based on 293 vehicles

65.2%Average

Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

26.9%

2006

Based on 255 vehicles

55.3%Below Average

Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%

Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

37.7%

2005

Based on 179 vehicles

60.3%Below Average

Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%

Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

41.3%

2004

Based on 150 vehicles

66.7%Average

Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%

Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

25.3%

2003

Based on 143 vehicles

62.9%Below Average

Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%

Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

32.5%

2002

Based on 96 vehicles

67.7%Average

Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

20.5%

2001

Based on 96 vehicles

63.5%Below Average

Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

52.8%

2000

Based on 42 vehicles

73.8%Average

Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

48.1%

Top MOT Failures — Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser

The most common reasons a Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

8.3%

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

6.3%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

5.8%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.5%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.6%

Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

10.3%

Front Offside

8.6%

Rear Offside

5.2%

Other Chrysler Jeep Models

Compare MOT reliability across Chrysler Jeep models.

Chrysler Jeep Crossfire

71.4% pass rate

Chrysler Jeep Wrangler

71.2% pass rate

Chrysler Jeep Grand Voyager

65.1% pass rate

Chrysler Jeep 300

70.6% pass rate

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee

75.3% pass rate

Chrysler Jeep Compass

57.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser

Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser?

The average MOT pass rate for the Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser is 64.4% compared to the Chrysler Jeep average of 68.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser?

The most common MOT failures on the Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (8.3%), Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (6.3%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (5.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 64.4%, the Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser?

Mileage data for the Chrysler Jeep Pt Cruiser is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

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