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

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70.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.0%

vs Chrysler Jeep Avg

21

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Chrysler Jeep Wrangler — MOT Reliability Overview

The Chrysler Jeep Wrangler has an average MOT pass rate of 70.3%, which is 2.0 percentage points above the Chrysler Jeep brand average of 68.3%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Wrangler on the road.

The most common reasons a Chrysler Jeep Wrangler fails its MOT are brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, wiper not operating or missing. If you are preparing your Wrangler 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 Wrangler, 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 Wrangler performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 34 vehicles

82.4%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

9.5%

Retest Rate

19.0%

2011

Based on 61 vehicles

72.1%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

29.5%

2010

Based on 117 vehicles

76.9%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

16.4%

2009

Based on 268 vehicles

66.4%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

43.3%

2008

Based on 151 vehicles

51.0%Below Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

12.5%

Retest Rate

72.9%

2007

Based on 156 vehicles

66.7%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

20.8%

2006

Based on 57 vehicles

68.4%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

9.1%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2005

Based on 30 vehicles

80.0%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Retest Rate

5.6%

2004

Based on 80 vehicles

77.5%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

12.5%

2003

Based on 49 vehicles

73.5%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

15.4%

2002

Based on 42 vehicles

76.2%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

8.7%

Retest Rate

8.7%

2001

Based on 67 vehicles

61.2%Below Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

52.4%

2000

Based on 114 vehicles

66.7%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

8.8%

Retest Rate

29.4%

1999

Based on 156 vehicles

75.6%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

18.7%

1998

Based on 328 vehicles

71.6%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

24.8%

1997

Based on 323 vehicles

71.2%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

13.4%

1996

Based on 44 vehicles

63.6%Below Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

68.6%

1995

Based on 68 vehicles

77.9%Good
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

4.4%

1994

Based on 52 vehicles

55.8%Below Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

38.2%

1993

Based on 91 vehicles

72.5%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

26.5%

0

Based on 13 vehicles

69.2%Average
Chrysler Jeep average: 68.3%
Mileage at 5yr

85k mi

Top MOT Failures — Chrysler Jeep Wrangler

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

1

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

25.0%
2

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

13.2%
3

Wiper not operating or missing

11.0%
4

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

11.0%
5

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

9.3%

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

14.7%

Front Offside

11.8%

Front

8.8%

Chrysler Jeep Wrangler — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Chrysler Jeep Wrangler MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Chrysler Jeep Wrangler?
The average MOT pass rate for the Chrysler Jeep Wrangler is 70.3% 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 Wrangler?
The most common MOT failures on the Chrysler Jeep Wrangler are: Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (25.0%), Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (13.2%), Wiper not operating or missing (11.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Chrysler Jeep Wrangler reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 70.3%, the Chrysler Jeep Wrangler is rated as "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 Wrangler?
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 Wrangler?
Typical mileage for the Chrysler Jeep Wrangler: 85,351 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Wrangler to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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